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RE18 DSZ

2018 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,043 mi
Last recorded85,043 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A842,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE18 DSZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 85,043 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 76,537 miles

Undertrays fitted under whole body, full underside inspection not possible

Pass 24 Apr 2024 66,047 miles

Underside component inspection not possible due to full undertray

Fail 24 Apr 2024 66,047 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Underside component inspection not possible due to full undertray

Pass 3 May 2023 57,369 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2022 45,940 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 33,418 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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RE18 DSZ is a 2018 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RE18 DSZ, 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 RE18 DSZ?

You can check the full history of RE18 DSZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RE18 DSZ registered?

RE18 DSZ is a 2018 Audi A8, first registered on 16 May 2018.

Is RE18 DSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE18 DSZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE18 DSZ have outstanding finance?

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