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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 11 (52% pass rate). It has 166,181 miles on the clock, averaging 10,249 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 SM56 FVG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,181 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,249 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SM56 FVG |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 FVG
What car is SM56 FVG?
SM56 FVG is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 FVG?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 FVG was 166,181 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 FVG passed its MOT?
SM56 FVG has had 23 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (12 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2021.
Is SM56 FVG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 FVG 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 SM56 FVG?
SM56 FVG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.