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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 173,992 miles on the clock, averaging 12,786 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 SO09 DYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,992 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SO09 DYJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SO09 DYJ
What car is SO09 DYJ?
SO09 DYJ is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SO09 DYJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO09 DYJ was 173,992 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO09 DYJ passed its MOT?
SO09 DYJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2022.
Is SO09 DYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO09 DYJ 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 SO09 DYJ?
SO09 DYJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.