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RA18 VHZ

2018 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

231,101 mi
Last recorded231,101 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi A842,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA18 VHZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 231,101 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 220,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (nearside and offside) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 202,320 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 161,331 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 99,062 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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RA18 VHZ is a 2018 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 42,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA18 VHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA18 VHZ?

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What year was RA18 VHZ registered?

RA18 VHZ is a 2018 Audi A8, first registered on 14 August 2018.

Is RA18 VHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA18 VHZ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RA18 VHZ have outstanding finance?

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