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 2017 Audi A3 Petrol 1498cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 51,799 miles on the clock, averaging 4,698 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 SO17 HXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,837 |
| Average per year | 4,698 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SO17 HXJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About SO17 HXJ
What car is SO17 HXJ?
SO17 HXJ is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2017.
What is the mileage of SO17 HXJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO17 HXJ was 51,799 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO17 HXJ passed its MOT?
SO17 HXJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Jul 2026.
Is SO17 HXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO17 HXJ 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 SO17 HXJ?
SO17 HXJ is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.