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AV08 LVM

2008 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,851 mi
Last recorded116,851 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 116,851 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 111,813 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2025 111,813 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 101,104 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 91,700 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 81,324 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 81,311 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 73,821 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 60,437 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 54,636 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 52,891 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 48,864 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 44,179 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads approx 50% worn

Pass 13 Jun 2014 36,735 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 32,701 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,689 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,694 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 21,029 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 LVM is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LVM, 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 AV08 LVM registered?

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

Is AV08 LVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 LVM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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