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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 154,031 miles on the clock, averaging 8,612 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 LFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,031 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,612 |
| 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 | SM08 LFY |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 LFY
What car is SM08 LFY?
SM08 LFY is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 LFY?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 LFY was 154,031 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 LFY passed its MOT?
SM08 LFY has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2024.
Is SM08 LFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 LFY 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 LFY?
SM08 LFY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.