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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 147,605 miles on the clock, averaging 7,273 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 SY08 EMJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,605 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,552 |
| Average per year | 7,273 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY08 EMJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 EMJ
What car is SY08 EMJ?
SY08 EMJ is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 EMJ?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 EMJ was 147,605 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 EMJ passed its MOT?
SY08 EMJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is SY08 EMJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 EMJ 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 SY08 EMJ?
SY08 EMJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.