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A3 FXU

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,016 mi
Last recorded161,016 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 FXU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 161,016 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 152,088 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 149,706 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 147,087 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 143,483 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 135,523 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 123,052 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 106,350 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 106,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2017 96,195 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 96,194 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 83,497 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 83,497 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2015 70,821 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 59,716 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 May 2013 48,716 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2012 38,469 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 May 2011 28,276 miles

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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A3 FXU is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A3 FXU, 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 A3 FXU registered?

A3 FXU is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is A3 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 FXU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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