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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 179,281 miles on the clock, averaging 10,499 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 OU05 VZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,281 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,945 |
| Average per year | 10,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU05 VZA |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OU05 VZA
What car is OU05 VZA?
OU05 VZA is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OU05 VZA?
The last recorded mileage for OU05 VZA was 179,281 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU05 VZA passed its MOT?
OU05 VZA has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 10 Nov 2021.
Is OU05 VZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU05 VZA 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 OU05 VZA?
OU05 VZA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.