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AP13 XAE

2013 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,179 mi
Last recorded131,179 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP13 XAE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 131,179 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 126,657 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 125,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged going out of shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 122,479 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 122,479 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 109,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 109,661 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 99,350 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 91,147 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 74,832 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 61,587 miles

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)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 61,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 50,820 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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AP13 XAE is a 2013 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 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 AP13 XAE, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP13 XAE registered?

AP13 XAE is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 30 May 2013.

Is AP13 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP13 XAE 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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