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AC08 ZAK

2016 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,401 mi
Last recorded87,401 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A350,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 ZAK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 87,401 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 77,195 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Worn inner and outer edge, has two cuts in inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 68,638 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

TPMS light on

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 60,805 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 52,544 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 46,826 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 41,844 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 ZAK is a 2016 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 50,172 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 ZAK, 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 10 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 ZAK registered?

AC08 ZAK is a 2016 Audi A3, first registered on 25 November 2016.

Is AC08 ZAK safe to buy?

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