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OV18 XJY

2018 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,890 mi
Last recorded46,890 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi A339,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV18 XJY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 46,890 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 42,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Oct 2023 36,194 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 36,194 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 23,265 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 13,796 miles

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 XJY is a 2018 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XJY, 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

How do I check the history of OV18 XJY?

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What year was OV18 XJY registered?

OV18 XJY is a 2018 Audi A3, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is OV18 XJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV18 XJY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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