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AX57 BVU

2008 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

121,160 mi
Last recorded121,160 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 BVU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 121,160 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 114,139 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2023 114,139 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 106,622 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 98,745 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 92,917 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2019 83,077 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 72,751 miles

Nearside Front Outer driveshaft boot starting to split inner edge

Pass 12 May 2017 53,986 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 49,894 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front 225/40/18 (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r tyre 3mm (4.1.E.1)

rear pads look low and rust on discs

Pass 19 May 2015 43,556 miles

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

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 20 Jan 2014 33,488 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 22,865 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 20,586 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 18,770 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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AX57 BVU is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AX57 BVU, 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 AX57 BVU registered?

AX57 BVU is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is AX57 BVU safe to buy?

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