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AV08 PNJ

2008 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

98,503 mi
Last recorded98,503 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 PNJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 98,503 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 94,780 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 91,009 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 86,808 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 86,808 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 24 Dec 2021 83,225 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 80,898 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 78,493 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 75,764 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 70,263 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 70,263 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 66,027 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 57,567 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 48,560 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 41,656 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 34,724 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 27,472 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 PNJ is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PNJ, 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 PNJ registered?

AV08 PNJ is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is AV08 PNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 PNJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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