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 79,622 miles on the clock, averaging 9,629 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 ET18 SFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 79,622 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,278 |
| Average per year | 9,629 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | ET18 SFJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About ET18 SFJ
What car is ET18 SFJ?
ET18 SFJ is an red Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of ET18 SFJ?
The last recorded mileage for ET18 SFJ was 79,622 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET18 SFJ passed its MOT?
ET18 SFJ has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2026.
Is ET18 SFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET18 SFJ 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 ET18 SFJ?
ET18 SFJ is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.