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YA05 DCZ

2005 Audi A3 · Petrol · 3189cc

Silver Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine3189cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 Petrol 3189cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 61,224 miles on the clock, averaging 3,613 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.2 V6 engine is known for 1. serpentine belt tensioner failure and 2. increased oil consumption (high-mileage piston ring wear).

MOT & Mileage History for YA05 DCZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,224
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,613

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,224 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,027
Average per year3,613
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YA05 DCZ 32k39k46k54k61k '08'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,224 miles
Since last MOT+3,027 miles
PASS
Mileage58,197 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,195 miles
Since last MOT+1,538 miles
PASS
Mileage56,657 miles
Since last MOT+1,020 miles
PASS
Mileage55,637 miles
Since last MOT+1,348 miles
PASS
Mileage54,289 miles
Since last MOT+8,574 miles
PASS
Mileage45,715 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,715 miles
Since last MOT+4,538 miles
PASS
Mileage41,177 miles
Since last MOT+706 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,471 miles
Since last MOT+553 miles
PASS
Mileage39,918 miles
Since last MOT+8,041 miles
PASS
Mileage31,877 miles
Since last MOT+333 miles
PASS
Mileage31,544 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2003–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Serpentine Belt Tensioner Failure

The tensioner fails prematurely, leading to belt slip or complete belt loss.[1]

2. Increased Oil Consumption (High-Mileage Piston Ring Wear)

Worn piston rings allow oil to pass into the combustion chamber, increasing oil consumption dramatically.[2]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 DCZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3189cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeYA — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About YA05 DCZ

What car is YA05 DCZ?

YA05 DCZ is a silver Audi A3, petrol (3189cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.

What is the mileage of YA05 DCZ?

The last recorded mileage for YA05 DCZ was 61,224 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YA05 DCZ passed its MOT?

YA05 DCZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2016.

Is YA05 DCZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA05 DCZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is YA05 DCZ?

YA05 DCZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.