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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 175,235 miles on the clock, averaging 7,952 miles per year, around 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 UMT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 175,235 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 7,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | PL05 UMT |
| 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 UMT
What car is PL05 UMT?
PL05 UMT is a silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 UMT?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 UMT was 175,235 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 UMT passed its MOT?
PL05 UMT has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2026.
Is PL05 UMT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 UMT 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 UMT?
PL05 UMT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.