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AE08 RUU

2008 Audi A3

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,272 mi
Last recorded123,272 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 RUU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 123,272 miles

Nearside ball joint has slight play

Nearside fuel tank strap is of a different type but secure at this time

Nearside outer cv boot has a pin hole

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 1 Nov 2017 57,462 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 53,178 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 53,178 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 47,309 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 43,197 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 37,429 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 32,794 miles

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

plastic under vehicle

Fail 21 Jul 2011 20,731 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 20,731 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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AE08 RUU is a 2008 Audi A3 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RUU, 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

How do I check the history of AE08 RUU?

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What year was AE08 RUU registered?

AE08 RUU is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is AE08 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 RUU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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