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AK08 FVD

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,846 mi
Last recorded142,846 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 FVD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 142,846 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2023 142,846 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 131,106 miles

Central Exhaust centre clamp corroded but system secure

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side front tyre worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2020 117,392 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 96,523 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 85,156 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 73,366 miles

Offside Front tyre close to limit

Fail 13 Jun 2017 73,366 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front tyre close to limit

Pass 3 May 2016 67,963 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 60,057 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 35,730 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre have sidewall cracks on outer wall

underbody sump cover loose

Fail 5 Apr 2012 19,300 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 19,300 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 14,720 miles

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

Offside Front 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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AK08 FVD is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AK08 FVD, 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 AK08 FVD registered?

AK08 FVD is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AK08 FVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 FVD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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