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AP09 FVU

2009 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,034 mi
Last recorded144,034 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 FVU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 144,034 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 134,313 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2020 134,312 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 121,924 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 110,289 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 97,255 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 88,479 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 78,221 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 67,576 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 58,491 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 58,491 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 51,226 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no metered smoke measured during test

Fail 17 Jul 2012 51,226 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no metered smoke measured during test

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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AP09 FVU is a 2009 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 84,403 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 AP09 FVU, 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 17 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 AP09 FVU registered?

AP09 FVU is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is AP09 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP09 FVU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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