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 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 173,028 miles on the clock, averaging 9,024 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RA05 DZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,028 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 186 |
| Average per year | 9,024 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA05 DZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RA05 DZU
What car is RA05 DZU?
RA05 DZU is an silver Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA05 DZU?
The last recorded mileage for RA05 DZU was 173,028 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA05 DZU passed its MOT?
RA05 DZU has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2024.
Is RA05 DZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 DZU 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 DZU?
RA05 DZU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.