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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 71,857 miles on the clock, averaging 12,407 miles per year, above 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 RE09 ESE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 71,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,589 |
| Average per year | 12,407 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | RE09 ESE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RE09 ESE
What car is RE09 ESE?
RE09 ESE is an white Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Reading in 2018.
What is the mileage of RE09 ESE?
The last recorded mileage for RE09 ESE was 71,857 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE09 ESE passed its MOT?
RE09 ESE has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.
Is RE09 ESE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE09 ESE 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 RE09 ESE?
RE09 ESE is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.