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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 42,108 miles on the clock, averaging 7,257 miles per year, below 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 KSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 42,108 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,391 |
| Average per year | 7,257 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | HD18 KSE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 KSE
What car is HD18 KSE?
HD18 KSE is an black Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2018.
What is the mileage of HD18 KSE?
The last recorded mileage for HD18 KSE was 42,108 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD18 KSE passed its MOT?
HD18 KSE has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Jan 2026.
Is HD18 KSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD18 KSE 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 KSE?
HD18 KSE is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.