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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 145,159 miles on the clock, averaging 6,457 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 RNE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 145,159 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,457 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 RNE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 RNE
What car is RA05 RNE?
RA05 RNE is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA05 RNE?
The last recorded mileage for RA05 RNE was 145,159 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA05 RNE passed its MOT?
RA05 RNE has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2023.
Is RA05 RNE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 RNE 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 RNE?
RA05 RNE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.