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 2012 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 157,730 miles on the clock, averaging 9,700 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 SW12 GAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,730 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 37 |
| Average per year | 9,700 |
| 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 | SW12 GAO |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SW12 GAO
What car is SW12 GAO?
SW12 GAO is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2012.
What is the mileage of SW12 GAO?
The last recorded mileage for SW12 GAO was 157,730 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW12 GAO passed its MOT?
SW12 GAO has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.
Is SW12 GAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW12 GAO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW12 GAO?
SW12 GAO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.