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AO08 NPU

2008 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,194 mi
Last recorded155,194 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 NPU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 155,194 miles

EML ON

Pass 4 Mar 2017 126,993 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2017 126,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 104,301 miles

coolant leak

front brake discs pitted

Pass 17 Mar 2015 82,254 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 67,059 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 51,663 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in steering rack ends

Pass 6 Mar 2012 41,914 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 36,493 miles

Front 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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AO08 NPU is a 2008 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO08 NPU, 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 AO08 NPU registered?

AO08 NPU is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AO08 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 NPU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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