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 2004 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 198,448 miles on the clock, averaging 12,877 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 RL04 HFE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,448 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,315 |
| Average per year | 12,877 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RL04 HFE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RL04 HFE
What car is RL04 HFE?
RL04 HFE is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL04 HFE?
The last recorded mileage for RL04 HFE was 198,448 miles, recorded on 11 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL04 HFE passed its MOT?
RL04 HFE has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2017.
Is RL04 HFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL04 HFE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL04 HFE?
RL04 HFE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.