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A3 GJV

2008 Audi A3

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,177 mi
Last recorded105,177 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GJV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 105,177 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 105,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 103,091 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 99,700 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 99,700 miles

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 96,008 miles

low fuel level

Pass 26 Aug 2021 92,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45y17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45y17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 90,957 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 88,419 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split but still clears screen (3.4 (b) (i))

low fuel level

Pass 24 Aug 2018 81,778 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished 225/45y17

Nearside Front wiper blade split

Pass 23 Aug 2017 74,596 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45y17 (4.1.E.1)

engine covers obscuring items in the engine bay

under trays obscuring items under the vehicle

Pass 27 Aug 2016 67,733 miles

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

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

engine covers obscuring components in the engine bay

undertrays obscuring items under the vehicle

Pass 1 Sep 2015 61,084 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 55,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2013 46,993 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 36,933 miles

n/s/r tyre of shape 225/45w17

o/s/r tyre out of shape 225/45w17

Pass 31 Aug 2011 27,807 miles

damage to n/s/f wheel rim

Fail 31 Aug 2011 27,801 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

cut in n/s/f tyre wall

damage to n/s/f wheel rim

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 GJV is a 2008 Audi A3 in Green 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 GJV, 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 GJV registered?

A3 GJV is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is A3 GJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 GJV 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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