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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 134,002 miles on the clock, averaging 5,613 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 RA05 DCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 134,002 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 570 |
| Average per year | 5,613 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | RA05 DCU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RA05 DCU
What car is RA05 DCU?
RA05 DCU is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA05 DCU?
The last recorded mileage for RA05 DCU was 134,002 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA05 DCU passed its MOT?
RA05 DCU has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2025.
Is RA05 DCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 DCU 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 RA05 DCU?
RA05 DCU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.