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AV08 LVL

2008 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,099 mi
Last recorded61,099 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 LVL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 61,099 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 58,570 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 53,722 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 47,637 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 47,626 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 40,927 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 35,271 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,483 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 31,972 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 30,936 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 29,726 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 28,915 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 28,138 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2013 27,356 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,711 miles

All 4 tyres have cracks on sidewalls but not deep enough to see ply or cords

Pass 2 Mar 2011 24,439 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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AV08 LVL is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc 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 AV08 LVL, 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 AV08 LVL?

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What year was AV08 LVL registered?

AV08 LVL is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AV08 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 LVL 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.

Does AV08 LVL have outstanding finance?

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