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AM08 AWR

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

196,821 mi
Last recorded196,821 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 AWR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 196,821 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2023 196,821 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 194,044 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 191,316 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 184,467 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 171,363 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 150,809 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 139,679 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 131,552 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 125,189 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 113,050 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Feb 2014 113,050 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 96,133 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 79,804 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 62,449 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AM08 AWR is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AM08 AWR, 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 AM08 AWR registered?

AM08 AWR is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is AM08 AWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 AWR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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