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AV58 XBM

2008 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

75,657 mi
Last recorded75,657 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 XBM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 75,657 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 69,589 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

service indicator on

Fail 6 Dec 2024 69,589 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

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

service indicator on

Pass 11 Oct 2023 61,203 miles

Emisisions check carried out manually (machine not connecting) PASSED

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 61,203 miles

Emisisions check carried out manually (machine not connecting) PASSED

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 56,298 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 53,202 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 52,096 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 48,872 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 45,911 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 41,880 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,352 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 33,437 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 29,069 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 24,829 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 20,656 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 15,954 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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AV58 XBM is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,800cc 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 AV58 XBM, 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 AV58 XBM registered?

AV58 XBM is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is AV58 XBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 XBM 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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