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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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 120,572 miles on the clock, averaging 17,119 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 HD18 GAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,572 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | HD18 GAO |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About HD18 GAO
What car is HD18 GAO?
HD18 GAO is an grey Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2018.
What is the mileage of HD18 GAO?
The last recorded mileage for HD18 GAO was 120,572 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD18 GAO passed its MOT?
HD18 GAO has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2025.
Is HD18 GAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD18 GAO 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 HD18 GAO?
HD18 GAO is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.