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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 189,791 miles on the clock, averaging 12,393 miles per year, above 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 RA55 XEH
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 189,791 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,393 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA55 XEH |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RA55 XEH
What car is RA55 XEH?
RA55 XEH is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RA55 XEH?
The last recorded mileage for RA55 XEH was 189,791 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA55 XEH passed its MOT?
RA55 XEH has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2021.
Is RA55 XEH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA55 XEH 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 RA55 XEH?
RA55 XEH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.