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 1968cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 168,538 miles on the clock, averaging 7,983 miles per year, around 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 DC05 FHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,538 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,983 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC05 FHL |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DC05 FHL
What car is DC05 FHL?
DC05 FHL is a blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DC05 FHL?
The last recorded mileage for DC05 FHL was 168,538 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC05 FHL passed its MOT?
DC05 FHL has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2026.
Is DC05 FHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC05 FHL 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 DC05 FHL?
DC05 FHL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.