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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 169,764 miles on the clock, averaging 11,339 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 RY05 DMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,621 |
| Average per year | 11,339 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY05 DMU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RY05 DMU
What car is RY05 DMU?
RY05 DMU is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY05 DMU?
The last recorded mileage for RY05 DMU was 169,764 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY05 DMU passed its MOT?
RY05 DMU has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Mar 2018.
Is RY05 DMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY05 DMU 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 RY05 DMU?
RY05 DMU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.