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AO09 OWC

2009 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

138,051 mi
Last recorded138,051 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 OWC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 138,051 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2023 138,051 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 127,191 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2022 127,191 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 115,868 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 105,321 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 95,571 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 82,454 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 77,900 miles

Nearside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 71,270 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 63,164 miles

tyres wearing close too wear markers in tread pattern

Pass 25 Apr 2015 54,281 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 46,193 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 37,357 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 28,449 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 OWC is a 2009 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OWC, 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 OWC registered?

AO09 OWC is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 7 May 2009.

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