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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 150,045 miles on the clock, averaging 7,207 miles per year, below 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 SW56 BEV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 150,045 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,353 |
| Average per year | 7,207 |
| 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 | SW56 BEV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 BEV
What car is SW56 BEV?
SW56 BEV is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2012.
What is the mileage of SW56 BEV?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 BEV was 150,045 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 BEV passed its MOT?
SW56 BEV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2025.
Is SW56 BEV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 BEV 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 SW56 BEV?
SW56 BEV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.