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YN18 VLB

2018 Audi A5

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,376 mi
Last recorded104,376 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A541,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN18 VLB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 104,376 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 90,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2024 80,553 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 69,911 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 58,079 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 34,951 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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YN18 VLB is a 2018 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 41,510 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN18 VLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN18 VLB registered?

YN18 VLB is a 2018 Audi A5, first registered on 6 March 2018.

Is YN18 VLB safe to buy?

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