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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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 59,338 miles on the clock, averaging 9,312 miles per year, above 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 EA08 MCE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 59,338 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,312 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | EA08 MCE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EA08 MCE
What car is EA08 MCE?
EA08 MCE is an black Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EA08 MCE?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 MCE was 59,338 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 MCE passed its MOT?
EA08 MCE has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2025.
Is EA08 MCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 MCE 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 EA08 MCE?
EA08 MCE is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.