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AP08 EWD

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

228,524 mi
Last recorded228,524 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 EWD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 228,524 miles

Coil spring corroded All. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Slight surface rust underneath.

Vehicle under-cover's present.

Pass 9 Nov 2022 224,629 miles

parking brake lever has slight travel.

Pass 27 Oct 2021 221,891 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 221,660 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

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

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsf & osf (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 203,278 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n.s & o.s back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2019 178,675 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 158,553 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2017 146,972 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 146,958 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2016 132,001 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2015 114,204 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 97,664 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake pads low.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Apr 2013 80,596 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 64,217 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2012 64,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2011 47,988 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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AP08 EWD is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AP08 EWD, 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 AP08 EWD registered?

AP08 EWD is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 10 May 2008.

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