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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 45,724 miles on the clock, averaging 6,132 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 HJ18 ZBW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 45,724 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,161 |
| Average per year | 6,132 |
| 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 | HJ18 ZBW |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About HJ18 ZBW
What car is HJ18 ZBW?
HJ18 ZBW is an grey Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2018.
What is the mileage of HJ18 ZBW?
The last recorded mileage for HJ18 ZBW was 45,724 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ18 ZBW passed its MOT?
HJ18 ZBW has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 May 2026.
Is HJ18 ZBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ18 ZBW 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 HJ18 ZBW?
HJ18 ZBW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.