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AP08 SSK

2008 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,602 mi
Last recorded94,602 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SSK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 94,602 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 89,224 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 May 2025 89,205 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 80,758 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 75,429 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 30 May 2023 75,429 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40y18 xl (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 70,511 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Has a small split but still preventing the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 67,374 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 60,981 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 55,322 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 50,853 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 48,928 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,527 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 39,821 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 34,569 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 29,189 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 23,278 miles

nearside front tyre 3mm (limit 1.6mm)

nearside rear tyre 3mm (limit 1.6mm)

offside front tyre 3mm (limit 1.6mm)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 18,207 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 SSK is a 2008 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SSK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP08 SSK registered?

AP08 SSK is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is AP08 SSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 SSK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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