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AC08 YZG

2008 Audi A3

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

138,582 mi
Last recorded138,582 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 YZG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 138,582 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

SLIGHT CRACKING ON REAR TYRES

Fail 20 May 2026 138,582 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

SLIGHT CRACKING ON REAR TYRES

Pass 23 Apr 2025 130,439 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 122,745 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 110,697 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 89,613 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 73,259 miles

Rear both tyres have age cracks

Fail 10 May 2018 73,253 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed in tread 225/40R 18 (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 13 May 2017 60,883 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 57,856 miles

Rear both rear tyres perishing and cracking

Pass 15 Jun 2015 54,816 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 52,188 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 52,160 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 49,490 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 40,457 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

front tyre treads are wearing low on the inside edges

Pass 26 May 2011 29,722 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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AC08 YZG is a 2008 Audi A3 in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AC08 YZG, 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 AC08 YZG registered?

AC08 YZG is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is AC08 YZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 YZG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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