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MA51 AFA

2018 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,944 mi
Last recorded67,944 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A842,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 AFA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 67,944 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 on limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2025 61,629 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 53,796 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 49,624 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 40,451 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 31,375 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 31,375 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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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MA51 AFA 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 MA51 AFA, 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 MA51 AFA registered?

MA51 AFA is a 2018 Audi A8, first registered on 12 February 2018.

Is MA51 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA51 AFA 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.

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