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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 52,842 miles on the clock, averaging 9,050 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 EK18 UUA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 52,842 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,829 |
| Average per year | 9,050 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | EK18 UUA |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About EK18 UUA
What car is EK18 UUA?
EK18 UUA is an black Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EK18 UUA?
The last recorded mileage for EK18 UUA was 52,842 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK18 UUA passed its MOT?
EK18 UUA has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is EK18 UUA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK18 UUA 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 EK18 UUA?
EK18 UUA is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.