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AX08 GPJ

2008 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,617 mi
Last recorded58,617 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 GPJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 58,617 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 58,617 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 53,726 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

General surface corrosion on underside of vehicle and suspension components

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 53,726 miles

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 45,773 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 45,468 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 41,270 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 36,635 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 30,226 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 27,291 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 27,131 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 26,899 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 26,586 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 26,268 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 24,509 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)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 17,734 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 12,862 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 9,435 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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AX08 GPJ is a 2008 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,798cc 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 AX08 GPJ, 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 AX08 GPJ registered?

AX08 GPJ is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is AX08 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 GPJ 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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