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 A4 Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 142,647 miles on the clock, averaging 6,457 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI PD engine is known for bre/brd.
MOT & Mileage History for BV05 DSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,647 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,457 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A4
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BRE/BRD
Injector wear or deviation causes imbalance; hold-down bolts stretch (TTY design).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV05 DSE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A4 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BV05 DSE
What car is BV05 DSE?
BV05 DSE is a silver Audi A4, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BV05 DSE?
The last recorded mileage for BV05 DSE was 142,647 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV05 DSE passed its MOT?
BV05 DSE has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2021.
Is BV05 DSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV05 DSE 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 BV05 DSE?
BV05 DSE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.