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BF18 VEM

2018 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,484 mi
Last recorded82,484 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A339,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF18 VEM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 82,484 miles

Under-tray fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2026 82,483 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Under-tray fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2025 80,697 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 77,164 miles

Coolant level low

Pass 26 Jan 2023 74,559 miles

Coolant level on minimum

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

TPMS light on

Fail 19 Jan 2023 74,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant level on minimum

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

TPMS light on

Pass 10 Jan 2022 67,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off rear number plate carrier slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 67,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off rear number plate carrier slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front and rear screen washers not working - no noise from pump (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 53,999 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 53,999 miles

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

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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BF18 VEM is a 2018 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2018 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 39,226 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 A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF18 VEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF18 VEM registered?

BF18 VEM is a 2018 Audi A3, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is BF18 VEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF18 VEM shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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