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AU08 LAB

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

138,005 mi
Last recorded138,005 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 LAB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 138,005 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 129,079 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 127,952 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 124,435 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 113,658 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 113,650 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 105,450 miles

no warning lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 25 Nov 2019 100,056 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 89,541 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components showing signs of corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear under body showing signs of corrosion

Fail 22 Oct 2018 89,541 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components showing signs of corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear under body showing signs of corrosion

Pass 17 Oct 2017 80,363 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 70,879 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 60,464 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Nov 2015 60,464 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 55,209 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 48,337 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on inner face

Pass 8 Nov 2012 41,008 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 41,008 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 31,862 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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AU08 LAB is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LAB, 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 AU08 LAB registered?

AU08 LAB is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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