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 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 156,859 miles on the clock, averaging 8,836 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV05 OAU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,995 |
| Average per year | 8,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV05 OAU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 OAU
What car is BV05 OAU?
BV05 OAU is a red Audi A3, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BV05 OAU?
The last recorded mileage for BV05 OAU was 156,859 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV05 OAU passed its MOT?
BV05 OAU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2019.
Is BV05 OAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV05 OAU 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 OAU?
BV05 OAU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.