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AC08 YZW

2008 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,291 mi
Last recorded73,291 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 YZW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 73,291 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 73,291 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 62,036 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 53,482 miles

Offside Front tyre has side wall damage

Pass 24 Mar 2016 43,438 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 34,888 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 25,791 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2013 17,776 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 14,275 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 14,275 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 13,841 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 YZW is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AC08 YZW, 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.

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What year was AC08 YZW registered?

AC08 YZW is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is AC08 YZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 YZW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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