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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 158,527 miles on the clock, averaging 10,216 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 AV05 ORU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,527 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,216 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AV05 ORU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AV05 ORU
What car is AV05 ORU?
AV05 ORU is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV05 ORU?
The last recorded mileage for AV05 ORU was 158,527 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV05 ORU passed its MOT?
AV05 ORU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2018.
Is AV05 ORU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV05 ORU 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 AV05 ORU?
AV05 ORU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.