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 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 172,414 miles on the clock, averaging 10,626 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX55 XBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,414 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,728 |
| Average per year | 10,626 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX55 XBL |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EX55 XBL
What car is EX55 XBL?
EX55 XBL is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX55 XBL?
The last recorded mileage for EX55 XBL was 172,414 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX55 XBL passed its MOT?
EX55 XBL has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2021.
Is EX55 XBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX55 XBL 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 EX55 XBL?
EX55 XBL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.