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AV08 FPT

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,214 mi
Last recorded150,214 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 FPT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 150,214 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 137,801 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Advise replacement (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 120,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cutting out on inner edge

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front tyre cutting out on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre cutting out on inner edge

engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some components

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 6 Oct 2016 120,416 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre cutting out on inner edge

Nearside Front Tyre valve cracking

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front tyre cutting out on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre cutting out on inner edge

engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some components

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 22 Sep 2015 99,203 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 99,203 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 81,913 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 81,913 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 63,766 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 51,214 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2011 46,631 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AV08 FPT is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AV08 FPT, 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 AV08 FPT registered?

AV08 FPT is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is AV08 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 FPT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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