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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 196,644 miles on the clock, averaging 9,041 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 RN54 VDJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,644 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 9,041 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RN54 VDJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RN54 VDJ
What car is RN54 VDJ?
RN54 VDJ is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN54 VDJ?
The last recorded mileage for RN54 VDJ was 196,644 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN54 VDJ passed its MOT?
RN54 VDJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.
Is RN54 VDJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN54 VDJ 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 RN54 VDJ?
RN54 VDJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.