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 2006 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 185,061 miles on the clock, averaging 12,672 miles per year, above 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 SL56 MRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,061 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,019 |
| Average per year | 12,672 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SL56 MRU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SL56 MRU
What car is SL56 MRU?
SL56 MRU is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 MRU?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 MRU was 185,061 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 MRU passed its MOT?
SL56 MRU has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Nov 2022.
Is SL56 MRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 MRU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL56 MRU?
SL56 MRU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.