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AK18 HLU

2018 Audi A8

Maroon Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,927 mi
Last recorded69,927 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi A842,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK18 HLU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2018
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 69,927 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 69,927 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 58,397 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 50,319 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 43,609 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 29,862 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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AK18 HLU is a 2018 Audi A8 in Maroon with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 42,460 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK18 HLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK18 HLU registered?

AK18 HLU is a 2018 Audi A8, first registered on 8 May 2018.

Is AK18 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK18 HLU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK18 HLU have outstanding finance?

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