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 2012 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 155,094 miles on the clock, averaging 11,051 miles per year, above 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 MA12 RCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,369 |
| Average per year | 11,051 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MA12 RCV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About MA12 RCV
What car is MA12 RCV?
MA12 RCV is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2012.
What is the mileage of MA12 RCV?
The last recorded mileage for MA12 RCV was 155,094 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA12 RCV passed its MOT?
MA12 RCV has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2025.
Is MA12 RCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA12 RCV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MA12 RCV?
MA12 RCV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.