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AP07 HFU

2007 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

209,568 mi
Last recorded209,568 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 2007 Audi A393,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 HFU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 209,568 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 203,913 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 203,911 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Advise Front Brake Inspection

Pass 5 Apr 2019 193,480 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 180,900 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 180,900 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 168,882 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 154,872 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 140,739 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 140,739 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 125,636 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 106,506 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 106,506 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 95,847 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 81,914 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 71,157 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 71,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AP07 HFU is a 2007 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2007 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 93,100 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP07 HFU, 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 19 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 AP07 HFU registered?

AP07 HFU is a 2007 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2007.

Is AP07 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP07 HFU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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