Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2007 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 177,681 miles on the clock, averaging 8,562 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI PD engine is known for oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver).
MOT & Mileage History for RA56 DFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 177,681 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 8,562 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA56 DFN |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RA56 DFN
What car is RA56 DFN?
RA56 DFN is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA56 DFN?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 DFN was 177,681 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 DFN passed its MOT?
RA56 DFN has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2022.
Is RA56 DFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 DFN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA56 DFN?
RA56 DFN is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.