The road tax status for A1 SMW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for A1 SMW?

The MOT for A1 SMW is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 December 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of A1 SMW?

The recorded mileage for A1 SMW is 172,190 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is A1 SMW ULEZ compliant?

No, A1 SMW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1999 Audi A3 1.8L Petrol · A1 SMW

A1 SMW

1999 Audi A3 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 21 May 1999. Recorded mileage 172,190 miles. MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026.

Make & Model: AUDI A3
Year / Origin: 1999 · Peterborough
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 22 Dec 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 172,190 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1999

Engine

1781cc

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A1 SMW Key Findings

27 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/12/2025
172,190 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (17 mentions)

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A1 SMW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Nov 2026, 05:11

MOT Analysis

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27 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Audi A3 (A1 SMW) between April 2006 and December 2025.

The record contains 19 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 23 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 41 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))”.

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A1 SMW Mileage History

26/04/200694,334 mi
23/04/2007108,661 mi+14,327 mi
29/03/2008113,049 mi+4,388 mi
14/04/2009116,712 mi+3,663 mi
26/03/2010121,885 mi+5,173 mi
30/03/2010121,900 mi+15 mi
02/04/2011126,269 mi+4,369 mi
31/03/2012130,415 mi+4,146 mi
03/04/2012130,418 mi+3 mi
13/04/2013133,773 mi+3,355 mi
09/04/2014137,908 mi+4,135 mi
10/04/2014137,908 mi
11/04/2015142,851 mi+4,943 mi
07/04/2016147,473 mi+4,622 mi
14/04/2016147,529 mi+56 mi
30/03/2017152,528 mi+4,999 mi
05/04/201752,590 mi-99,938 mi
12/04/2018158,073 mi+105,483 mi
17/04/2018158,122 mi+49 mi
11/04/2019161,563 mi+3,441 mi
14/10/2020168,460 mi+6,897 mi
22/10/2021170,780 mi+2,320 mi
23/12/2022170,782 mi+2 mi
28/11/2023171,206 mi+424 mi
09/12/2024171,567 mi+361 mi
16/12/2025172,185 mi+618 mi
23/12/2025172,190 mi+5 mi

Average of roughly 3,960 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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