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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 2017 Audi A3 Petrol 1498cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 88,979 miles on the clock, averaging 8,114 miles per year, around 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 RA17 DME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 88,979 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,111 |
| Average per year | 8,114 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RA17 DME |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About RA17 DME
What car is RA17 DME?
RA17 DME is an black Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Reading in 2017.
What is the mileage of RA17 DME?
The last recorded mileage for RA17 DME was 88,979 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA17 DME passed its MOT?
RA17 DME has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2025.
Is RA17 DME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA17 DME 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 RA17 DME?
RA17 DME is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.