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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 168,296 miles on the clock, averaging 9,585 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 RN04 XLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,296 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,773 |
| Average per year | 9,585 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RN04 XLJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RN04 XLJ
What car is RN04 XLJ?
RN04 XLJ is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RN04 XLJ?
The last recorded mileage for RN04 XLJ was 168,296 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN04 XLJ passed its MOT?
RN04 XLJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Sep 2017.
Is RN04 XLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN04 XLJ 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 RN04 XLJ?
RN04 XLJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.