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AU08 JZW

2008 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,507 mi
Last recorded114,507 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 JZW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 114,507 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 101,511 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 91,720 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 91,720 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 89,048 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 89,035 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 85,687 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 82,577 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 80,772 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 78,052 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 75,153 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 71,458 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 65,353 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 65,350 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 60,603 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 60,603 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 56,591 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 48,396 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 42,339 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 35,000 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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AU08 JZW is a 2008 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU08 JZW, 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 AU08 JZW registered?

AU08 JZW is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AU08 JZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 JZW shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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