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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 196,274 miles on the clock, averaging 11,002 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 SM05 DXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,377 |
| Average per year | 11,002 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM05 DXE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 DXE
What car is SM05 DXE?
SM05 DXE is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 DXE?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 DXE was 196,274 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 DXE passed its MOT?
SM05 DXE has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2023.
Is SM05 DXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 DXE 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 SM05 DXE?
SM05 DXE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.