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AD02 BAX

2018 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,656 mi
Last recorded38,656 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A339,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 BAX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 38,656 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2026 58,813 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 37,420 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 54,494 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 32,560 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 50,093 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 27,686 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 45,113 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 45,113 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 22,406 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 42,014 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 16,628 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 37,163 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 31,803 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 27,562 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 24,895 miles

Undertrays fitted

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AD02 BAX is a 2018 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2018 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 39,226 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD02 BAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD02 BAX registered?

AD02 BAX is a 2018 Audi A3, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is AD02 BAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD02 BAX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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