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 2006 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 239,640 miles on the clock, averaging 12,204 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 RN55 AEL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 239,640 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,284 |
| Average per year | 12,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RN55 AEL |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RN55 AEL
What car is RN55 AEL?
RN55 AEL is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RN55 AEL?
The last recorded mileage for RN55 AEL was 239,640 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN55 AEL passed its MOT?
RN55 AEL has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2020.
Is RN55 AEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN55 AEL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RN55 AEL?
RN55 AEL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.