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AO09 NDL

2009 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

122,689 mi
Last recorded122,689 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 NDL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 122,689 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus damage (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 109,713 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 94,585 miles

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 84,306 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Oct 2021 81,746 miles

unable to fully inspect outer sill covers fitted

unable to fully inspect outer sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2020 79,071 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under-trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Fail 2 Oct 2020 79,067 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished/cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished/cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under-trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 7 Oct 2019 76,037 miles

unable to fully inspect under shield fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2018 70,907 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 62,649 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread 3mm. (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays and engine cover fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 11 Oct 2016 52,950 miles

Undertrays and engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 4 Aug 2016 51,814 miles

Nail in Nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2015 41,674 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 30,892 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 21,201 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 11,448 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 10,103 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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AO09 NDL is a 2009 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AO09 NDL, 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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What year was AO09 NDL registered?

AO09 NDL is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is AO09 NDL safe to buy?

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