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AE08 JZZ

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,775 mi
Last recorded173,775 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 JZZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 173,775 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2019 173,775 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 167,494 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 155,109 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 147,977 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 140,971 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 140,971 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 133,149 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 124,990 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 110,533 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 80,299 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AE08 JZZ is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel 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 AE08 JZZ, 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 AE08 JZZ registered?

AE08 JZZ is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is AE08 JZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 JZZ 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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