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NX18 SZL

2018 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,495 mi
Last recorded40,495 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A339,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX18 SZL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 40,495 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs and with fluctuation (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres with slight cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 33,988 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs slightly and slight fluctuation (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 30,007 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 29,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front 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 28 Mar 2023 21,054 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Mar 2022 15,744 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 13,134 miles

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

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

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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NX18 SZL is a 2018 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NX18 SZL, 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 NX18 SZL registered?

NX18 SZL is a 2018 Audi A3, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is NX18 SZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX18 SZL 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 NX18 SZL have outstanding finance?

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