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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 2018 Audi A3 Petrol 1498cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 61,357 miles on the clock, averaging 6,706 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TFSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for AO18 VDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 61,357 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,706 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AO18 VDE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About AO18 VDE
What car is AO18 VDE?
AO18 VDE is an black Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Norwich in 2018.
What is the mileage of AO18 VDE?
The last recorded mileage for AO18 VDE was 61,357 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO18 VDE passed its MOT?
AO18 VDE has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.
Is AO18 VDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO18 VDE is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AO18 VDE?
AO18 VDE is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.