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AF18 XZE

2018 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,903 mi
Last recorded81,903 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Audi A541,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF18 XZE
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 81,903 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 80,582 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 73,162 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 68,151 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2022 53,009 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 44,418 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2021 44,417 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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AF18 XZE is a 2018 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 41,510 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 A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF18 XZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 8 years old, this Audi A5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF18 XZE?

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What year was AF18 XZE registered?

AF18 XZE is a 2018 Audi A5, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is AF18 XZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF18 XZE 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.

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