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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 163,211 miles on the clock, averaging 8,841 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 SM05 NVG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 279 |
| Average per year | 8,841 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 NVG |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 NVG
What car is SM05 NVG?
SM05 NVG is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 NVG?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 NVG was 163,211 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 NVG passed its MOT?
SM05 NVG has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2020.
Is SM05 NVG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 NVG 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 NVG?
SM05 NVG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.