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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 204,906 miles on the clock, averaging 8,229 miles per year, around 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 RY55 XLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 204,906 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,743 |
| Average per year | 8,229 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY55 XLJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 XLJ
What car is RY55 XLJ?
RY55 XLJ is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY55 XLJ?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 XLJ was 204,906 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 XLJ passed its MOT?
RY55 XLJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2024.
Is RY55 XLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 XLJ 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 RY55 XLJ?
RY55 XLJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.