Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
AY55 KVE

2005 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 208,234 miles on the clock, averaging 15,865 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 AY55 KVE

MOT Status
Due date passed
208,234
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
15,865

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading208,234 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,283
Average per year15,865
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AY55 KVE 45k85k126k167k208k '08'19'13

Check AY55 KVE

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage208,234 miles
Since last MOT+9,283 miles
PASS
Mileage198,951 miles
Since last MOT+11,520 miles
PASS
Mileage187,431 miles
Since last MOT+20,922 miles
PASS
Mileage166,509 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,508 miles
Since last MOT+19,500 miles
PASS
Mileage147,008 miles
Since last MOT+27,166 miles
PASS
Mileage119,842 miles
Since last MOT+27,979 miles
PASS
Mileage91,863 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,861 miles
Since last MOT+8,802 miles
PASS
Mileage83,059 miles
Since last MOT+9,640 miles
PASS
Mileage73,419 miles
Since last MOT+19,694 miles
PASS
Mileage53,725 miles
Since last MOT+9,198 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,527 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Audi A3 often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2003–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)

Read our Audi A3 Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Audi A3

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 KVE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAY — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

More AY55 K plates

Browse all AY55 K registrations from Ipswich.

About AY55 KVE

What car is AY55 KVE?

AY55 KVE is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AY55 KVE?

The last recorded mileage for AY55 KVE was 208,234 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AY55 KVE passed its MOT?

AY55 KVE has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2019.

Is AY55 KVE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY55 KVE 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 AY55 KVE?

AY55 KVE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.