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R18 VEL

2018 Audi A3

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,324 mi
Last recorded59,324 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A339,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR18 VEL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 59,324 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 51,314 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 41,466 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 32,927 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 26,868 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 20,214 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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R18 VEL is a 2018 Audi A3 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R18 VEL, 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 R18 VEL registered?

R18 VEL is a 2018 Audi A3, first registered on 10 July 2018.

Is R18 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R18 VEL shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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