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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 165,215 miles on the clock, averaging 8,636 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 SH05 APU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 165,215 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,891 |
| Average per year | 8,636 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH05 APU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SH05 APU
What car is SH05 APU?
SH05 APU is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH05 APU?
The last recorded mileage for SH05 APU was 165,215 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH05 APU passed its MOT?
SH05 APU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 10 Nov 2023.
Is SH05 APU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH05 APU 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 SH05 APU?
SH05 APU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.