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2018 Audi A3 1.5L Petrol · J77 MAY

J77 MAY

2018 Audi A3 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 34,263 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2018
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
34,263 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1498cc
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J77 MAY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 31/12/2025
  • 34,263 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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J77 MAY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Oct 2026, 17:12
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Audi A3 (J77 MAY) between March 2022 and December 2025.

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.

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J77 MAY Mileage History

  1. 17/03/202219,660 mi
  2. 20/03/202323,525 mi+3,865 mi
  3. 26/03/202426,607 mi+3,082 mi
  4. 28/01/202527,645 mi+1,038 mi
  5. 31/12/202534,263 mi+6,618 mi

Average of roughly 3,851 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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2018 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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