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 2018 Audi A3 Petrol 1498cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 52,489 miles on the clock, averaging 8,977 miles per year, around 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 EF18 RCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 52,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,909 |
| Average per year | 8,977 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | EF18 RCY |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About EF18 RCY
What car is EF18 RCY?
EF18 RCY is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EF18 RCY?
The last recorded mileage for EF18 RCY was 52,489 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF18 RCY passed its MOT?
EF18 RCY has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.
Is EF18 RCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF18 RCY 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 EF18 RCY?
EF18 RCY is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.