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EK13 TCU

2013 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 2013 Audi A3 Diesel 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 73,422 miles on the clock, averaging 4,588 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for EK13 TCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,422
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2016
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,588

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,422 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,486
Average per year4,588
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EK13 TCU 30k41k52k62k73k '16'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,422 miles
Since last MOT+5,486 miles
PASS
Mileage67,936 miles
Since last MOT+9,376 miles
PASS
Mileage58,560 miles
Since last MOT+2,883 miles
PASS
Mileage55,677 miles
Since last MOT+2,625 miles
PASS
Mileage53,052 miles
Since last MOT+3,270 miles
PASS
Mileage49,782 miles
Since last MOT+2,291 miles
PASS
Mileage47,491 miles
Since last MOT+5,191 miles
PASS
Mileage42,300 miles
Since last MOT+4,540 miles
PASS
Mileage37,760 miles
Since last MOT+3,565 miles
PASS
Mileage34,195 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,193 miles
Since last MOT+4,495 miles
PASS
Mileage29,698 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

RegistrationEK13 TCU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeEK — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier13 — March 2013 to August 2013

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About EK13 TCU

What car is EK13 TCU?

EK13 TCU is an black Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2013.

What is the mileage of EK13 TCU?

The last recorded mileage for EK13 TCU was 73,422 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EK13 TCU passed its MOT?

EK13 TCU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.

Is EK13 TCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK13 TCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EK13 TCU?

EK13 TCU is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 13 means registered between 1 March 2013 and 31 August 2013.