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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 188,228 miles on the clock, averaging 9,975 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 ML05 RVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,228 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,532 |
| Average per year | 9,975 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML05 RVJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About ML05 RVJ
What car is ML05 RVJ?
ML05 RVJ is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of ML05 RVJ?
The last recorded mileage for ML05 RVJ was 188,228 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML05 RVJ passed its MOT?
ML05 RVJ has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Sep 2020.
Is ML05 RVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML05 RVJ 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 ML05 RVJ?
ML05 RVJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.