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AM57 OTC

2008 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

108,638 mi
Last recorded108,638 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM57 OTC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 108,638 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 108,638 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 102,694 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Aug 2024 102,692 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 96,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing change soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 90,125 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 89,484 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 88,868 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 87,554 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 85,958 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 83,705 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 83,705 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 79,476 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Nov 2015 75,151 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 75,077 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing one (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 70,853 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 66,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Oct 2013 66,300 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2013 57,756 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 45,017 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 34,339 miles

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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AM57 OTC is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AM57 OTC, 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 AM57 OTC registered?

AM57 OTC is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is AM57 OTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM57 OTC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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