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AT57 MTE

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

149,087 mi
Last recorded149,087 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT57 MTE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 149,087 miles

rear discs corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2024 143,260 miles

front wishbone rear bushes perished

n/s/f brake binding slightly

n/s/f tyre worn in centre

o/s/r tyre bald inside edge

Pass 4 Feb 2023 136,103 miles

front wishbone rear bushes perished

o/s/r tyre bald inside edge

Pass 7 Mar 2022 129,627 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged insecure ()

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords splits on inner tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2022 129,627 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged insecure ()

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords splits on inner tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 121,124 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

front fog lights not working

Fail 11 Mar 2021 121,124 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

front fog lights not working

Pass 3 Mar 2020 112,934 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 104,500 miles

front grill damaged

front tyres on 3/4mm

Fail 23 Feb 2019 104,500 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

front grill damaged

front tyres on 3/4mm

n/s mirror glass cracked

Pass 3 Mar 2018 96,817 miles

damage to front bumper

Pass 30 Aug 2017 93,009 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 91,960 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 90,103 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2016 90,103 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 87,883 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 84,739 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 75,324 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 51,703 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,837 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 23,932 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)

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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AT57 MTE is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AT57 MTE, 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 AT57 MTE registered?

AT57 MTE is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is AT57 MTE safe to buy?

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