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 2009 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 176,960 miles on the clock, averaging 8,681 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 RE59 XLC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 176,960 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,859 |
| Average per year | 8,681 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RE59 XLC |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About RE59 XLC
What car is RE59 XLC?
RE59 XLC is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RE59 XLC?
The last recorded mileage for RE59 XLC was 176,960 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE59 XLC passed its MOT?
RE59 XLC has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2024.
Is RE59 XLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE59 XLC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RE59 XLC?
RE59 XLC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.