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AP57 BFV

2007 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,558 mi
Last recorded168,558 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 Audi A393,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 BFV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 168,558 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged X 2 TYRES INNER EDGE WEAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X 2 REAR TYRES CRACKING INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 139,308 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2021 40,775 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 130,924 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 124,647 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2019 124,589 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 118,699 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 112,810 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 102,712 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 95,368 miles

Rear mud and snow tyres fitted to rear

wipers smear across screen

Pass 31 Oct 2014 87,586 miles

mud and snow type tyres fitted to rear

Pass 31 Oct 2013 83,524 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 78,484 miles

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

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

engine managment light on

Pass 19 Oct 2011 72,966 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 68,813 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 69,478 miles

chip in windscreen just in MoT limit at present.

rear tyres losing shape tread area.

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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AP57 BFV is a 2007 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2007 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 93,100 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 AP57 BFV, 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 19 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 AP57 BFV registered?

AP57 BFV is a 2007 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is AP57 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP57 BFV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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