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YJ18 PDU

2018 Audi A6

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,449 mi
Last recorded104,449 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A649,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ18 PDU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 104,449 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 104,447 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 89,966 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2024 74,942 miles

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

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

Fail 10 May 2024 74,941 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside edge out of shape 255/35/20 pirelli p zero (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 May 2023 57,869 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 36,879 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 34,130 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 33,630 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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YJ18 PDU is a 2018 Audi A6 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2018 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 49,153 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 A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ18 PDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ18 PDU registered?

YJ18 PDU is a 2018 Audi A6, first registered on 29 March 2018.

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