2018 Audi A3 1.5L Petrol · CA18 UBX

The 2018 Audi A3 presents a fully stable, unblemished roadworthiness profile based on its complete MOT history, with the most recent test on 24 January 2026 at 46,721 miles resulting in a clean pass with zero recorded defects. Every test dating back to the 8 July 2022 check at 17,523 miles has ended in an unqualified pass with no advisories or failures, indicating no recurring mechanical, structural, or emissions issues have been identified across the full test period, and previous maintenance practices have been consistent and sufficient to meet all MOT requirements. The vehicle’s recorded mileage aligns with a low annual average of roughly 5,840 miles per year over its 8-year lifespan, well below the UK average for a vehicle of this age. Mileage accumulation was not uniform across the test period: it covered 6,002 miles between the July 2022 and January 2023 tests, an annualised rate of roughly 11,000 miles for that 6.5-month stretch, before slowing to an average of 3,700 miles per year from 2023 through to the most recent 2026 test. There are no gaps in the annual MOT record to suggest extended periods of off-road storage or neglected maintenance, even with the variable usage pattern. While the MOT record shows no prior defects, a buyer should conduct targeted in-person checks of components prone to degradation with low or intermittent use that are not always flagged as failures during standard MOT testing. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and check for binding rear calipers, as infrequent use can cause disc pitting and slider seizing even when tread and braking performance remain within legal limits at test time. Examine all suspension rubber bushes and coil springs for perishing or cracking, as low annual mileage can accelerate rubber degradation even if wear is not severe enough to trigger an MOT advisory. Also check the underside of the vehicle for hidden structural corrosion, and verify the exhaust system for internal rust, as minor issues may not have been noted in prior clean passes but could have progressed in the months since the most recent January 2026 test.