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AD08 SXS

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,962 mi
Last recorded71,962 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 SXS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2020 71,962 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 71,962 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 65,324 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2019 65,324 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 56,302 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear 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))

Shields and undrtrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Oct 2017 50,611 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 25 Oct 2017 50,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

engine covers and under shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Oct 2016 40,854 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

shields and undertray fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2015 29,748 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 29,747 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 25,301 miles

front tyres have age related cracks

front discs corroded

rear discs coroded

Pass 29 May 2012 19,928 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 17,135 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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AD08 SXS is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AD08 SXS, 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 AD08 SXS registered?

AD08 SXS is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is AD08 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 SXS shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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