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AE08 TXA

2008 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,973 mi
Last recorded84,973 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TXA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 84,973 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 83,218 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 82,422 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 79,602 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 75,814 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 70,439 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2019 64,294 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 59,727 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2017 55,127 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 50,333 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 48,043 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 44,989 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 41,431 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 37,825 miles

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

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 TXA is a 2008 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TXA, 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 TXA registered?

AE08 TXA is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is AE08 TXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 TXA shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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