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 2006 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 181,412 miles on the clock, averaging 12,284 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 SW56 BYF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,412 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,284 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW56 BYF |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SW56 BYF
What car is SW56 BYF?
SW56 BYF is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2006.
What is the mileage of SW56 BYF?
The last recorded mileage for SW56 BYF was 181,412 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW56 BYF passed its MOT?
SW56 BYF has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2021.
Is SW56 BYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW56 BYF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, 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 BYF?
SW56 BYF is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.