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 2496cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 142,589 miles on the clock, averaging 7,485 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 TDI V6 engine is known for bfc/bdg and camshafts.
MOT & Mileage History for EX05 XLS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,589 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,480 |
| Average per year | 7,485 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A4
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BFC/BDG
Camshafts (hollow cams and roller followers)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX05 XLS |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A4 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2496cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EX05 XLS
What car is EX05 XLS?
EX05 XLS is an black Audi A4, diesel (2496cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX05 XLS?
The last recorded mileage for EX05 XLS was 142,589 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX05 XLS passed its MOT?
EX05 XLS has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2020.
Is EX05 XLS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX05 XLS 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 EX05 XLS?
EX05 XLS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.