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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 160,166 miles on the clock, averaging 5,284 miles per year, below 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 YZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 160,166 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 5,284 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY55 YZA |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 YZA
What car is RY55 YZA?
RY55 YZA is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RY55 YZA?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 YZA was 160,166 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 YZA passed its MOT?
RY55 YZA has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2020.
Is RY55 YZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 YZA 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 RY55 YZA?
RY55 YZA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.