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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 174,821 miles on the clock, averaging 10,013 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 SY09 DCZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,821 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,100 |
| Average per year | 10,013 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SY09 DCZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SY09 DCZ
What car is SY09 DCZ?
SY09 DCZ is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY09 DCZ?
The last recorded mileage for SY09 DCZ was 174,821 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY09 DCZ passed its MOT?
SY09 DCZ has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.
Is SY09 DCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY09 DCZ 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 SY09 DCZ?
SY09 DCZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.