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 2004 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 190,141 miles on the clock, averaging 14,313 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 SY54 VRL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 190,141 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,313 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY54 VRL |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SY54 VRL
What car is SY54 VRL?
SY54 VRL is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SY54 VRL?
The last recorded mileage for SY54 VRL was 190,141 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY54 VRL passed its MOT?
SY54 VRL has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2018.
Is SY54 VRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY54 VRL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SY54 VRL?
SY54 VRL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.