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AO59 FHZ

2009 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

184,429 mi
Last recorded184,429 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 FHZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 184,429 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 177,613 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 170,864 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2023 170,864 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 166,160 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2022 166,160 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 156,947 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 149,674 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 134,321 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 124,265 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 115,623 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 106,227 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 97,346 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 87,479 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 78,912 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 61,270 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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AO59 FHZ is a 2009 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AO59 FHZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO59 FHZ registered?

AO59 FHZ is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is AO59 FHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 FHZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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