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AK02 GAV

2013 Audi A3

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,983 mi
Last recorded145,983 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 GAV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 145,983 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 145,983 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 133,622 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Mar 2025 133,622 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 119,782 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2022 112,736 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 112,713 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Apr 2021 103,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 92,347 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 85,166 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 76,316 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 5 May 2017 76,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted

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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AK02 GAV is a 2013 Audi A3 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK02 GAV, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AK02 GAV is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 17 September 2013.

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