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 2008 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 138,528 miles on the clock, averaging 7,448 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 SM08 LFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,528 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 7,448 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SM08 LFV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 LFV
What car is SM08 LFV?
SM08 LFV is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 LFV?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 LFV was 138,528 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 LFV passed its MOT?
SM08 LFV has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.
Is SM08 LFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 LFV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM08 LFV?
SM08 LFV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.