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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 23,338 miles on the clock, averaging 2,794 miles per year, well 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 HW18 ANV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 23,338 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,108 |
| Average per year | 2,794 |
| 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 | HW18 ANV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About HW18 ANV
What car is HW18 ANV?
HW18 ANV is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2018.
What is the mileage of HW18 ANV?
The last recorded mileage for HW18 ANV was 23,338 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW18 ANV passed its MOT?
HW18 ANV has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.
Is HW18 ANV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW18 ANV 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 HW18 ANV?
HW18 ANV is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.