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YX18 UPV

2018 Audi A5

Grey Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,385 mi
Last recorded71,385 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A541,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX18 UPV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 71,385 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both nearside and offside pads worn very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside upper-rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 57,552 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside, upper-rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 43,418 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 43,418 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall, also tear caused by separation/fail of structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 28,416 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside, inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 14,103 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 13,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Mar 2022 13,397 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 10,987 miles

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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YX18 UPV is a 2018 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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

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 YX18 UPV, 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 YX18 UPV registered?

YX18 UPV is a 2018 Audi A5, first registered on 20 March 2018.

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The MOT history for YX18 UPV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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