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AD57 XVW

2008 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,098 mi
Last recorded103,098 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 XVW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 103,098 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2024 103,098 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 101,435 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 101,435 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 94,330 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Side's Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jun 2022 94,328 miles

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 Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Side's Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 88,521 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 80,859 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 80,859 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 74,495 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall 225/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 70,096 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 66,163 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 59,647 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 59,644 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 53,027 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 45,213 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 35,716 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Feb 2013 35,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 28,203 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 20,638 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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AD57 XVW is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AD57 XVW, 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 AD57 XVW registered?

AD57 XVW is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 25 February 2008.

Is AD57 XVW safe to buy?

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