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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 171,927 miles on the clock, averaging 9,617 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 SO08 NSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,927 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,617 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SO08 NSE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SO08 NSE
What car is SO08 NSE?
SO08 NSE is an red Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 NSE?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 NSE was 171,927 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 NSE passed its MOT?
SO08 NSE has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2023.
Is SO08 NSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 NSE 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 SO08 NSE?
SO08 NSE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.