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AK59 AVJ

2009 Audi A3

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

125,764 mi
Last recorded125,764 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 AVJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 125,764 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

all wheels damaged

n/s headlamp condensation

one of six bolts on n/s/f inner driveshaft cup appears to be cross threaded as half out and not loose

rear tyres close to legal limit, perishing, sidewalls cracking,tread damaged

Fail 11 Jan 2023 125,763 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

all wheels damaged

n/s headlamp condensation

one of six bolts on n/s/f inner driveshaft cup appears to be cross threaded as half out and not loose

rear tyres close to legal limit, perishing, sidewalls cracking,tread damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2022 118,895 miles

front brake disc's worn and corroded

interior mouldy

n/s headlamp condensation

n/s/r tyre low on tread/perishing/ uneven wear to inner edge

o/s/r tyre perishing/tread damaged/low on tread

o/s/r wheel weld repair, slightly out of shape

rear indicators loosing amber tint

Fail 19 Jan 2022 118,891 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating NOT BRAKE DISC as parking brake not fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front lower outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

front brake disc's worn and corroded

front brake pads low

interior mouldy

n/s headlamp condensation

n/s/r tyre low on tread/perishing/ uneven wear to inner edge

o/s/r tyre perishing/tread damaged/low on tread

o/s/r wheel weld repair, slightly out of shape

rear indicators loosing amber tint

Pass 5 Oct 2020 109,654 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2020 109,654 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 104,322 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 98,254 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 88,667 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 86,053 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 86,044 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 80,216 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 72,196 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 61,094 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 50,299 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 50,299 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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AK59 AVJ is a 2009 Audi A3 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 AK59 AVJ, 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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AK59 AVJ is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 10 September 2009.

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