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OV18 VTP

2018 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,442 mi
Last recorded54,442 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A339,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV18 VTP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 54,442 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 44,513 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 34,826 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 23,897 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 23,897 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 15,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm 2254018 worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front wiper smearing slightly (aero)

Fail 25 Apr 2022 15,479 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm 2254018 worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front wiper smearing slightly (aero)

Pass 13 Apr 2021 8,819 miles

emissions too clean unable to obtain readings

unable to test lower engine area due to covers

unable to test most underside vehicle due to covers

unable to test some under bonnet components due to covers

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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OV18 VTP is a 2018 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OV18 VTP, 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 OV18 VTP registered?

OV18 VTP is a 2018 Audi A3, first registered on 25 April 2018.

Is OV18 VTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV18 VTP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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