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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 155,738 miles on the clock, averaging 10,988 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 SM55 ETV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 10,988 |
| 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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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM55 ETV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SM55 ETV
What car is SM55 ETV?
SM55 ETV is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 ETV?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 ETV was 155,738 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 ETV passed its MOT?
SM55 ETV has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2020.
Is SM55 ETV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 ETV 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 SM55 ETV?
SM55 ETV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.