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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 146,515 miles on the clock, averaging 10,253 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 SO05 FMD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,464 |
| Average per year | 10,253 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO05 FMD |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 FMD
What car is SO05 FMD?
SO05 FMD is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 FMD?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 FMD was 146,515 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 FMD passed its MOT?
SO05 FMD has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Jul 2019.
Is SO05 FMD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 FMD 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 SO05 FMD?
SO05 FMD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.