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R23 XJL

2018 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 2480cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,185 mi
Last recorded46,185 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A339,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 XJL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,480cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 46,185 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 41,649 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 34,100 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 30,191 miles

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

Front Inner wear on tyre treads.

Nearside Front cuts on inner and outer tyre side walls

Pass 7 May 2022 23,790 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 15,128 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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R23 XJL is a 2018 Audi A3 in Blue with a 2,480cc 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 R23 XJL, 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 R23 XJL?

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What year was R23 XJL registered?

R23 XJL is a 2018 Audi A3, first registered on 16 May 2018.

Is R23 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 XJL 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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