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PJ68 VNU

2018 Audi A3 · Petrol · 1498cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 8 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2018
FuelPetrol
Engine1498cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£190

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 52,543 miles on the clock, averaging 5,893 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 PJ68 VNU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
52,543
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2021
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
5,893

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading52,543 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,567
Average per year5,893
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ68 VNU 28k34k40k46k53k '21'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage52,543 miles
Since last MOT+10,567 miles
PASS
Mileage41,976 miles
Since last MOT+9,492 miles
PASS
Mileage32,484 miles
Since last MOT+156 miles
PASS
Mileage32,328 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,324 miles
Since last MOT+1,208 miles
PASS
Mileage31,116 miles
Since last MOT+2,852 miles
PASS
Mileage28,264 miles

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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

RegistrationPJ68 VNU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1498cc
Year2018
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier68 — September 2018 to February 2019

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About PJ68 VNU

What car is PJ68 VNU?

PJ68 VNU is a black Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2018.

What is the mileage of PJ68 VNU?

The last recorded mileage for PJ68 VNU was 52,543 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ68 VNU passed its MOT?

PJ68 VNU has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jan 2026.

Is PJ68 VNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ68 VNU 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 PJ68 VNU?

PJ68 VNU is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.