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EA16 JVW

2016 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2016 Audi A3 Diesel 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 157,247 miles on the clock, averaging 13,392 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for EA16 JVW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
157,247
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2019
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
13,392

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading157,247 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year13,392
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA16 JVW 62k86k110k134k157k '19'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,247 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,244 miles
Since last MOT+6,811 miles
PASS
Mileage150,433 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,433 miles
Since last MOT+13,264 miles
PASS
Mileage137,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,169 miles
Since last MOT+10,927 miles
PASS
Mileage126,242 miles
Since last MOT+16,475 miles
PASS
Mileage109,767 miles
Since last MOT+17,172 miles
PASS
Mileage92,595 miles
Since last MOT+17,715 miles
PASS
Mileage74,880 miles
Since last MOT+12,453 miles
PASS
Mileage62,427 miles

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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.

CLHA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA16 JVW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About EA16 JVW

What car is EA16 JVW?

EA16 JVW is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.

What is the mileage of EA16 JVW?

The last recorded mileage for EA16 JVW was 157,247 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA16 JVW passed its MOT?

EA16 JVW has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.

Is EA16 JVW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA16 JVW is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is EA16 JVW?

EA16 JVW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.