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 2004 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 145,358 miles on the clock, averaging 11,685 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 AY54 XMU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,358 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,685 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AY54 XMU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AY54 XMU
What car is AY54 XMU?
AY54 XMU is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AY54 XMU?
The last recorded mileage for AY54 XMU was 145,358 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY54 XMU passed its MOT?
AY54 XMU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2018.
Is AY54 XMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY54 XMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AY54 XMU?
AY54 XMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.