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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 164,797 miles on the clock, averaging 9,882 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 PJ03 MCG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,797 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,418 |
| Average per year | 9,882 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | PJ03 MCG |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PJ03 MCG
What car is PJ03 MCG?
PJ03 MCG is a grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PJ03 MCG?
The last recorded mileage for PJ03 MCG was 164,797 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ03 MCG passed its MOT?
PJ03 MCG has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Nov 2015.
Is PJ03 MCG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ03 MCG 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 PJ03 MCG?
PJ03 MCG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.