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AU58 XKV

2008 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

130,117 mi
Last recorded130,117 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 XKV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2025 130,117 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 124,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 115,024 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 106,330 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 91,141 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 75,720 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 66,067 miles

Both front tyres are close to the legal limit.

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 27 Dec 2018 52,587 miles

front tyres worn low on edges

nail in tyre treads o/s/r

screen multiple damage 10mm lower area

Pass 27 Dec 2017 46,307 miles

engine covers

undertrays

Pass 29 Dec 2016 40,608 miles

engine covers and under trays

Pass 29 Dec 2015 35,399 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 35,399 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 32,899 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 32,094 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 29,918 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 27,737 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Oct 2011 26,459 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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AU58 XKV is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AU58 XKV, 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 AU58 XKV registered?

AU58 XKV is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is AU58 XKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 XKV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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