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B26 EXC

2018 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,778 mi
Last recorded71,778 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi A842,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB26 EXC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 71,778 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 71,282 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 64,486 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 53,891 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear road wheel slight damage

Fail 7 Aug 2023 53,891 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear road wheel slight damage

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 39,648 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 26,815 miles

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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B26 EXC is a 2018 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B26 EXC, 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

How do I check the history of B26 EXC?

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What year was B26 EXC registered?

B26 EXC is a 2018 Audi A8, first registered on 29 August 2018.

Is B26 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B26 EXC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B26 EXC have outstanding finance?

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