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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 191,124 miles on the clock, averaging 8,061 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 RA05 YSW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 191,124 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,061 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 YSW |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 YSW
What car is RA05 YSW?
RA05 YSW is an red Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA05 YSW?
The last recorded mileage for RA05 YSW was 191,124 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA05 YSW passed its MOT?
RA05 YSW has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2019.
Is RA05 YSW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA05 YSW 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 YSW?
RA05 YSW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.