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AU09 XSL

2009 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,100 mi
Last recorded85,100 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 XSL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 85,100 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 84,972 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 79,523 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 75,071 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 70,836 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 70,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 61,471 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 61,457 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 58,034 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 52,335 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 47,666 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 41,532 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 35,802 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2013 26,322 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 18,557 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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AU09 XSL is a 2009 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 84,403 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 AU09 XSL, 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 17 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU09 XSL?

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What year was AU09 XSL registered?

AU09 XSL is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is AU09 XSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU09 XSL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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