2018 Audi A3 1.5L Petrol · J121 ABS
2018 Audi A3 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2018. Recorded mileage 87,067 miles. MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,067 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J121 ABS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2026
- 87,067 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
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J121 ABS MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Audi A3 (J121 ABS) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
J121 ABS Mileage History
- 30/08/202240,967 mi
- 01/09/202354,280 mi+13,313 mi
- 31/08/202465,478 mi+11,198 mi
- 29/08/202576,664 mi+11,186 mi
- 24/08/202687,067 mi+10,403 mi
Average of roughly 11,573 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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