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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 142,190 miles on the clock, averaging 7,072 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 SM55 TPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,190 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 736 |
| Average per year | 7,072 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | SM55 TPV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Beige |
| 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 TPV
What car is SM55 TPV?
SM55 TPV is an beige Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM55 TPV?
The last recorded mileage for SM55 TPV was 142,190 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM55 TPV passed its MOT?
SM55 TPV has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2025.
Is SM55 TPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM55 TPV 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 TPV?
SM55 TPV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.