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AK59 GZY

2009 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

158,567 mi
Last recorded158,567 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 GZY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 158,567 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 149,959 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 141,463 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 133,967 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 124,877 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 117,422 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 113,529 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 95,475 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 95,475 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 80,927 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 75,762 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 67,050 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 59,389 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 54,444 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 51,085 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 GZY is a 2009 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AK59 GZY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK59 GZY registered?

AK59 GZY is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is AK59 GZY safe to buy?

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