The road tax status for W197 DAB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for W197 DAB?

The MOT for W197 DAB is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 April 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of W197 DAB?

The recorded mileage for W197 DAB is 67,400 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is W197 DAB ULEZ compliant?

No, W197 DAB 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

2000 Audi A3 1.8L Petrol · W197 DAB

W197 DAB

2000 Audi A3 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/05/2000. Recorded mileage 67,400 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: AUDI A3
Year / Origin: 2000 · Exeter
MOT Status: Valid until 02/04/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 67,400 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 67,400 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2000
Engine: 1781cc

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W197 DAB Key Findings

23 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2024
67,400 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring windscreen items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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W197 DAB Mileage History

15/09/200537,162 mi
06/09/200643,151 mi+5,989 mi
14/09/200746,590 mi+3,439 mi
22/09/200848,089 mi+1,499 mi
09/06/200950,489 mi+2,400 mi
02/06/201053,553 mi+3,064 mi
07/06/201154,998 mi+1,445 mi
07/06/201256,373 mi+1,375 mi
07/06/201256,373 mi
13/06/201357,442 mi+1,069 mi
13/06/201357,442 mi
10/06/201458,208 mi+766 mi
11/06/201559,062 mi+854 mi
09/06/201660,713 mi+1,651 mi
10/06/201660,735 mi+22 mi
08/06/201761,321 mi+586 mi
07/06/201862,872 mi+1,551 mi
10/06/201963,422 mi+550 mi
11/06/202064,022 mi+600 mi
03/06/202164,465 mi+443 mi
01/06/202264,880 mi+415 mi
04/04/202365,158 mi+278 mi
19/03/202467,400 mi+2,242 mi

Average of roughly 1,634 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.

W197 DAB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 14:52

MOT Analysis

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23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Audi A3 (W197 DAB) between September 2005 and March 2024.

The record contains 20 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 19 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 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: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)”.

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