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AP08 SSV

2008 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

155,158 mi
Last recorded155,158 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 SSV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 155,158 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 151,897 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 148,260 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 143,469 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 143,469 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 139,248 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 134,530 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 126,154 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 117,136 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 110,499 miles

rear pads low.

Pass 10 Aug 2015 104,632 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 85,507 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 68,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2012 56,782 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2011 46,286 miles

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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 SSV is a 2008 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SSV, 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 SSV registered?

AP08 SSV is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is AP08 SSV safe to buy?

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