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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 136,013 miles on the clock, averaging 6,971 miles per year, below 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 PL05 ABZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,996 |
| Average per year | 6,971 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL05 ABZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PL05 ABZ
What car is PL05 ABZ?
PL05 ABZ is a silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 ABZ?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 ABZ was 136,013 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 ABZ passed its MOT?
PL05 ABZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2020.
Is PL05 ABZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 ABZ 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 PL05 ABZ?
PL05 ABZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.