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AF09 YDR

2009 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

138,059 mi
Last recorded138,059 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 YDR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 138,059 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round surfaces light corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

rear lower sub frame and attached suspension arms showing signs of surface rust/corrosion.

Pass 11 Apr 2025 133,060 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

rear lower sub frame showing signs of surface rust/corrosion.

Pass 8 Apr 2024 128,588 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

rear lower sub frame showing signs of surface rust/corrosion.

Pass 14 Apr 2023 126,226 miles

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

brake discs all round light surface rust.

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

Fail 14 Apr 2023 126,224 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs and traction control lights on dash. (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge. (205/55R16V) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

brake discs all round light surface rust.

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

Pass 29 Sep 2020 123,007 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2020 123,007 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2019 115,367 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 112,663 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 105,585 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 100,594 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 100,594 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 91,378 miles

incorrect milage entred on last mot

Pass 4 Feb 2015 101,339 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 80,329 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 67,567 miles

N/S/F shock absorber dust cover damaged

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2012 54,676 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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AF09 YDR is a 2009 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 84,403 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 AF09 YDR, 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 17 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF09 YDR registered?

AF09 YDR is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 2 March 2009.

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