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AP08 VCY

2008 Audi A3

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

120,116 mi
Last recorded120,116 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 VCY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 120,116 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inner outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 15 Jul 2026 120,116 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inner outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 108,806 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 107,516 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 107,415 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 106,353 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 103,682 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 97,975 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 92,945 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 87,984 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 87,983 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 80,143 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 74,183 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 69,217 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 69,217 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 64,800 miles

centre exhaust clamp rusting

Pass 31 Jul 2013 60,929 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 55,656 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 37,929 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 VCY is a 2008 Audi A3 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VCY, 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 VCY registered?

AP08 VCY is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is AP08 VCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 VCY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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