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AU53 BRU

2008 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,788 mi
Last recorded88,788 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 BRU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 88,788 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 86,891 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 84,619 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 81,118 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2021 78,284 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 76,816 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 73,123 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 67,733 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 60,127 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 52,058 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 46,304 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 39,865 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 39,865 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 34,883 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 30,099 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 23,464 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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AU53 BRU is a 2008 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AU53 BRU, 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

How do I check the history of AU53 BRU?

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What year was AU53 BRU registered?

AU53 BRU is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 3 October 2008.

Is AU53 BRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 BRU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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