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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel 1991cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 126,529 miles on the clock, averaging 10,956 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SO55 VDL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,529 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,956 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO55 VDL |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1991cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 VDL
What car is SO55 VDL?
SO55 VDL is an red Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1991cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO55 VDL?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 VDL was 126,529 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 VDL passed its MOT?
SO55 VDL has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2017.
Is SO55 VDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 VDL 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 SO55 VDL?
SO55 VDL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.