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2018 Audi A5 1.4L Petrol · EF18 OLJ

EF18 OLJ

2018 Audi A5 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 29 May 2018. Recorded mileage 68,881 miles. MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A5
Year / Origin
2018 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
68,881 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1395cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness based on a consistently clean MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 12 February 2026 at 68,881 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a stable trend across the previous four tests, indicating that the previous owners maintained the vehicle effectively and that the car has not suffered from recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. Between the 2021 test at 40,966 miles and the September 2022 test at 52,694 miles, the car covered 11,728 miles in sixteen months, suggesting steady usage patterns. The recent interval of 6,035 miles between November 2024 and February 2026 shows regular operation, which helps prevent the dry-out of rubber components and seals associated with long periods of standing. Since the MOT record shows no advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake components, or corrosion, a physical inspection should focus on standard consumable wear that the MOT does not fully test. A buyer should check the condition of the tyre treads and the thickness of the brake pads, as these vary based on individual driving style. Given the lack of recorded structural issues, the primary integrity of the chassis appears sound, but a visual check of the underbody for fluid leaks remains advisable to ensure the vehicle matches the pristine digital record.
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EF18 OLJ Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
  • 68,881 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

EF18 OLJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Oct 2026, 17:08
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Audi A5 (EF18 OLJ) between September 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

EF18 OLJ Mileage History

  1. 23/09/202252,694 mi
  2. 20/10/202357,408 mi+4,714 mi
  3. 01/11/202462,846 mi+5,438 mi
  4. 12/02/202668,881 mi+6,035 mi

Average of roughly 4,776 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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