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AO58 DWP

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

145,019 mi
Last recorded145,019 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO58 DWP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 145,019 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Surface corrosion on suspension and braking

Pass 12 Feb 2024 141,864 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Surface corrosion on suspension and braking

Pass 22 Feb 2023 139,251 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear subframe corroded

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 132,486 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 132,486 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak clamp loose (8.2.2.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 129,068 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 120,661 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 97,235 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 85,159 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 75,789 miles

child seat fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2014 65,970 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Sep 2014 65,970 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2013 56,016 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 46,499 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 38,596 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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AO58 DWP is a 2008 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 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 AO58 DWP, 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.

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What year was AO58 DWP registered?

AO58 DWP is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is AO58 DWP safe to buy?

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