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2018 Audi A1 1.0L Petrol · OV18 ABO

OV18 ABO

2018 Audi A1 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 78,904 miles. MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A1
Year / Origin
2018 · Oxford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 10 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
78,904 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 10 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following its most recent MOT pass on 6 January 2026 at 78,904 miles. While the record shows a failure exactly one day prior at the same mileage, the lack of recorded defects on either certificate suggests a minor administrative error or a trivial fault that was rectified immediately before the retest. The absence of recurring advisories over the last three years indicates that the mechanical and structural components have remained within acceptable tolerances during testing. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between January 2024 at 59,108 miles and January 2025 at 68,633 miles, the car covered 9,525 miles. The subsequent interval saw 10,271 miles leading to the January 2026 test. This steady accumulation suggests a regular driving cycle, which is generally healthier for vehicle components like seals, gaskets, and tyres than long periods of inactivity. Because the MOT history does not flag specific recurring weaknesses like structural corrosion or persistent brake issues, a physical inspection should focus on the wear of consumable items associated with this mileage. A buyer should verify the condition of the suspension bushes and the thickness of the brake pads and discs, as these often show gradual degradation at this stage. Given the age, checking for cracks in rubber hoses and the state of fluid levels is also prudent to ensure the maintenance matches the clean testing record.
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OV18 ABO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/01/2026
  • 78,904 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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OV18 ABO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Oct 2026, 12:15
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 A1 (OV18 ABO) between January 2024 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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OV18 ABO Mileage History

  1. 03/01/202459,108 mi
  2. 06/01/202568,633 mi+9,525 mi
  3. 06/01/202568,633 mi
  4. 05/01/202678,904 mi+10,271 mi
  5. 06/01/202678,904 mi

Average of roughly 9,848 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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