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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 144,559 miles on the clock, averaging 9,987 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 ULM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,559 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,095 |
| Average per year | 9,987 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO05 ULM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 ULM
What car is SO05 ULM?
SO05 ULM is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 ULM?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 ULM was 144,559 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 ULM passed its MOT?
SO05 ULM has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2020.
Is SO05 ULM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 ULM 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 ULM?
SO05 ULM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.