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 2005 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 236,257 miles on the clock, averaging 10,426 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 AK55 ESV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 236,257 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28,204 |
| Average per year | 10,426 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK55 ESV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AK55 ESV
What car is AK55 ESV?
AK55 ESV is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AK55 ESV?
The last recorded mileage for AK55 ESV was 236,257 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK55 ESV passed its MOT?
AK55 ESV has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 27 Mar 2025.
Is AK55 ESV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 ESV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AK55 ESV?
AK55 ESV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.