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AU13 XBJ

2013 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

182,520 mi
Last recorded182,520 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU13 XBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 182,520 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 172,521 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 161,771 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 150,223 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 140,080 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 140,078 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2020 131,897 miles

Nearside Front outer cv boot leaking

Pass 15 Nov 2019 108,220 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 92,463 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 92,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 73,703 miles

Front Washer jet have been adjusted

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Brake fluctuating between 190-210 Kg (3.7.B.3)

Undertrays fitted to vehicle are covering testable items

Fail 27 Apr 2017 73,703 miles

Front Washer jet have been adjusted

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Adjusted washer jets (8.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Brake fluctuating between 190-210 Kg (3.7.B.3)

Undertrays fitted to vehicle are covering testable items

Pass 8 Apr 2016 51,435 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 8 Apr 2016 51,435 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

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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AU13 XBJ is a 2013 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU13 XBJ, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU13 XBJ registered?

AU13 XBJ is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is AU13 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU13 XBJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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