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A3 KDX

2008 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

188,012 mi
Last recorded188,012 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 KDX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 188,012 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 173,973 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 158,557 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 143,723 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 129,562 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 112,375 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Number plate lights flicker.

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Oct 2020 112,374 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Number plate lights flicker.

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 96,315 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 92,431 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 83,850 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 70,852 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 62,534 miles

Nearside Front Upper shock absorber mounting noisy

Pass 25 Nov 2014 50,972 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 38,982 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 28,596 miles

Big chip in screen but not in swept area at time of test

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 19,103 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 KDX is a 2008 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KDX, 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 KDX registered?

A3 KDX is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is A3 KDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 KDX 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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