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AB53 SMB

2018 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,907 mi
Last recorded92,907 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A445,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB53 SMB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 92,907 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 79,807 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 68,073 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 54,318 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 54,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 50,492 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 39,419 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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AB53 SMB is a 2018 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 45,392 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB53 SMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AB53 SMB?

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What year was AB53 SMB registered?

AB53 SMB is a 2018 Audi A4, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is AB53 SMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB53 SMB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AB53 SMB have outstanding finance?

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