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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 159,522 miles on the clock, averaging 7,914 miles per year, around 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 SW05 BWM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 159,522 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 7,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SW05 BWM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SW05 BWM
What car is SW05 BWM?
SW05 BWM is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW05 BWM?
The last recorded mileage for SW05 BWM was 159,522 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW05 BWM passed its MOT?
SW05 BWM has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2024.
Is SW05 BWM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW05 BWM 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 SW05 BWM?
SW05 BWM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.