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YD18 EXK

2018 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,824 mi
Last recorded145,824 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi A132,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD18 EXK
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 145,824 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 143,051 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 131,167 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2024 131,117 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 112,254 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 98,273 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 76,678 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A1?

Based on 2,089,456 MOT tests across 240,261 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,974
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
240,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,639
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YD18 EXK is a 2018 Audi A1 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 32,460 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 A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YD18 EXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YD18 EXK?

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What year was YD18 EXK registered?

YD18 EXK is a 2018 Audi A1, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is YD18 EXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD18 EXK 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.

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