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2018 Audi A3 1.5L Petrol · AY18 LDA

AY18 LDA

2018 Audi A3 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 02/03/2018. Recorded mileage 55,577 miles. MOT valid until 21/03/2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2018 · Ipswich
MOT Status
Valid until 21/03/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
55,577 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21/03/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1498cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2026‑03‑20 MOT at 55,577 miles passed without defect, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance record. All previous tests from 2023 onward have also passed, showing no recurring failures. The vehicle’s mileage has risen by roughly 6,000–7,000 miles per year since 2023, matching the typical annual usage for an eight‑year‑old car and leaving no large untested gaps in the record. A buyer should therefore focus on the mechanical components that previously showed stress: the suspension bushes and coil springs, the condition of the brake discs and calipers, and any signs of structural rust on the sills, wheel arches and underbody, as the 2023 failure at 31,251 miles suggests prior brake or suspension remedial work. If these areas are found to be sound, the car’s overall condition appears consistent with its mileage and age, making it a viable purchase provided a thorough physical inspection confirms the absence of hidden corrosion or worn suspension components.

AY18 LDA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
  • 55,577 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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AY18 LDA Mileage History

  1. 28/02/202331,251 mi
  2. 02/03/202331,251 mi
  3. 26/02/202442,396 mi+11,145 mi
  4. 14/03/202549,490 mi+7,094 mi
  5. 20/03/202655,577 mi+6,087 mi

Average of roughly 7,963 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

AY18 LDA MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Audi A3 (AY18 LDA) between February 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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