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AJ58 FNW

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,324 mi
Last recorded132,324 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 FNW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 132,324 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 125,038 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 119,087 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 112,649 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 103,728 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 96,693 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 90,878 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 90,877 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2012 75,782 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front pads getting low

n/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 4 Aug 2012 75,782 miles

n/s/f tyre getting low

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front pads getting low

Pass 17 Aug 2011 66,055 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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AJ58 FNW 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 AJ58 FNW, 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.

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What year was AJ58 FNW registered?

AJ58 FNW is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is AJ58 FNW safe to buy?

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