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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 134,387 miles on the clock, averaging 8,974 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 SL56 VNV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,387 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,759 |
| Average per year | 8,974 |
| 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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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL56 VNV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VNV
What car is SL56 VNV?
SL56 VNV is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 VNV?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 VNV was 134,387 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 VNV passed its MOT?
SL56 VNV has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2022.
Is SL56 VNV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 VNV 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 VNV?
SL56 VNV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.