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 2009 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 155,172 miles on the clock, averaging 8,204 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 SM59 LJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 155,172 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SM59 LJL |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 LJL
What car is SM59 LJL?
SM59 LJL is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 LJL?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 LJL was 155,172 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 LJL passed its MOT?
SM59 LJL has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2025.
Is SM59 LJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 LJL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM59 LJL?
SM59 LJL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.