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A3 TDR

2007 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

190,537 mi
Last recorded190,537 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A393,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 TDR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 190,537 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 May 2025 190,287 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 May 2024 176,523 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 163,063 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 152,687 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 149,302 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 149,122 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess engine stabilizer mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 149,084 miles

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

oil leak covering under car

Pass 9 Feb 2017 127,335 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 127,335 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 109,417 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 109,417 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 94,768 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 83,307 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear brake has slight bind, pads worn more than nearside

Fail 6 Feb 2014 83,307 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear 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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear brake has slight bind, pads worn more than nearside

Pass 11 Feb 2013 71,348 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 58,448 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 58,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 11 Feb 2011 48,209 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 48,209 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 40,861 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 40,860 miles

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

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

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 TDR is a 2007 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2007 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 93,100 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 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 TDR, 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 19 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A3 TDR registered?

A3 TDR is a 2007 Audi A3, first registered on 20 February 2007.

Is A3 TDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 TDR shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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