Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 233,888 miles on the clock, averaging 11,655 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 AV55 OTC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 233,888 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,655 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AV55 OTC |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AV55 OTC
What car is AV55 OTC?
AV55 OTC is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV55 OTC?
The last recorded mileage for AV55 OTC was 233,888 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV55 OTC passed its MOT?
AV55 OTC has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2020.
Is AV55 OTC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV55 OTC 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 AV55 OTC?
AV55 OTC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.