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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 148,471 miles on the clock, averaging 11,230 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 YL05 BVM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,471 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,317 |
| Average per year | 11,230 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL05 BVM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YL05 BVM
What car is YL05 BVM?
YL05 BVM is a silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YL05 BVM?
The last recorded mileage for YL05 BVM was 148,471 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL05 BVM passed its MOT?
YL05 BVM has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2019.
Is YL05 BVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL05 BVM 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 YL05 BVM?
YL05 BVM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.