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 2018 Audi A3 Petrol 1498cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 43,408 miles on the clock, averaging 4,977 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 SV18 ALK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,726 |
| Average per year | 4,977 |
| 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 | SV18 ALK |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SV — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About SV18 ALK
What car is SV18 ALK?
SV18 ALK is an black Audi A3, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2018.
What is the mileage of SV18 ALK?
The last recorded mileage for SV18 ALK was 43,408 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SV18 ALK passed its MOT?
SV18 ALK has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Feb 2026.
Is SV18 ALK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV18 ALK 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 SV18 ALK?
SV18 ALK is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.