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2018 Audi A4 2.9L Petrol · IA 1491

IA 1491

2018 Audi A4 (2.9L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 58,619 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A4
Year / Origin
2018
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
58,619 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
2894cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 21 May 2026 at 58,619 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend over the last five years, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components have remained within acceptable parameters without the recurring failures often seen in vehicles of this age. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. Between the May 2022 test at 32,270 miles and the May 2026 test at 58,619 miles, the vehicle covered 26,349 miles, which reflects a moderate usage pattern. This low mileage typically implies less wear on high-stress components like the turbocharger and drivetrain assembly, though the regular intervals between tests suggest the car has not been subject to long periods of neglect. Since the MOT record shows no historical advisories regarding corrosion, brake components, or suspension bushes, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of the common Audi wear items. At nearly 60,000 miles, the rubber suspension mounts and control arm bushings may begin to show signs of cracking despite a clean MOT. You should also verify the brake discs for uneven wear or excessive thinning, as the MOT only checks for functional efficiency and safety defects rather than the remaining life of consumable parts.
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IA 1491 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
  • 58,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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IA 1491 Mileage History

  1. 20/05/202232,270 mi
  2. 25/04/202338,364 mi+6,094 mi
  3. 03/05/202445,464 mi+7,100 mi
  4. 22/05/202551,892 mi+6,428 mi
  5. 21/05/202658,619 mi+6,727 mi

Average of roughly 6,584 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

IA 1491 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Jun 2026, 14:48
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Audi A4 (IA 1491) between May 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
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ADVISORY

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