Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
RA05 DHU

2005 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 88,257 miles on the clock, averaging 6,995 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 DHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,257
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,995

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading88,257 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,995
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RA05 DHU 28k43k58k73k88k '08'16'12

Check RA05 DHU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,257 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,256 miles
Since last MOT+8,528 miles
PASS
Mileage79,728 miles
Since last MOT+7,694 miles
PASS
Mileage72,034 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,015 miles
Since last MOT+7,513 miles
PASS
Mileage64,502 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,502 miles
Since last MOT+7,016 miles
PASS
Mileage57,486 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,486 miles
Since last MOT+9,280 miles
PASS
Mileage48,206 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,144 miles
Since last MOT+7,795 miles
PASS
Mileage40,349 miles
Since last MOT+3,171 miles
PASS
Mileage37,178 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,175 miles
Since last MOT+9,260 miles
PASS
Mileage27,915 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Audi A3 often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2003–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)

Read our Audi A3 Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Audi A3

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 DHU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

More RA05 D plates

Browse all RA05 D registrations from Reading.

About RA05 DHU

What car is RA05 DHU?

RA05 DHU is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RA05 DHU?

The last recorded mileage for RA05 DHU was 88,257 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA05 DHU passed its MOT?

RA05 DHU has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2016.

Is RA05 DHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 DHU 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 DHU?

RA05 DHU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.