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A13 GRX

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

106,636 mi
Last recorded106,636 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 GRX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 106,636 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 100,009 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 95,233 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 91,173 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 89,521 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 86,982 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 85,035 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 83,079 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 80,974 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 78,333 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 77,768 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2013 76,946 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

light scratches to windscreen.

offside front tyre has small splits in outer sidewall.

Fail 17 Aug 2013 76,946 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

light scratches to windscreen.

offside front tyre has small splits in outer sidewall.

Pass 14 Jul 2012 61,912 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 46,984 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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A13 GRX is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 88,489 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 A13 GRX, 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 18 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A13 GRX registered?

A13 GRX is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is A13 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 GRX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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