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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel 1689cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 158,331 miles on the clock, averaging 8,952 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GU05 BUO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,331 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24 |
| Average per year | 8,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU05 BUO |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GU05 BUO
What car is GU05 BUO?
GU05 BUO is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GU05 BUO?
The last recorded mileage for GU05 BUO was 158,331 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU05 BUO passed its MOT?
GU05 BUO has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2022.
Is GU05 BUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 BUO 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 GU05 BUO?
GU05 BUO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.