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 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 175,212 miles on the clock, averaging 8,782 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 RK05 SYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 175,212 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,165 |
| Average per year | 8,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK05 SYJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RK05 SYJ
What car is RK05 SYJ?
RK05 SYJ is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RK05 SYJ?
The last recorded mileage for RK05 SYJ was 175,212 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK05 SYJ passed its MOT?
RK05 SYJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2021.
Is RK05 SYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK05 SYJ 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 RK05 SYJ?
RK05 SYJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.