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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 156,332 miles on the clock, averaging 10,069 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 YR55 LAO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,332 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,986 |
| Average per year | 10,069 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR55 LAO |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YR55 LAO
What car is YR55 LAO?
YR55 LAO is a silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YR55 LAO?
The last recorded mileage for YR55 LAO was 156,332 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR55 LAO passed its MOT?
YR55 LAO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2020.
Is YR55 LAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR55 LAO 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 YR55 LAO?
YR55 LAO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.