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AX57 DYV

2008 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

136,041 mi
Last recorded136,041 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 DYV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 136,041 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 133,105 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 130,908 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 128,564 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 123,482 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 123,482 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 116,925 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 116,922 miles

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

no rear suspension bounce

Pass 4 Jul 2017 109,834 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 105,346 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 105,346 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 96,751 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 88,647 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 83,572 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 67,244 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)

n/s/f inner cv boot split

Pass 8 Dec 2010 50,486 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 DYV is a 2008 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DYV, 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 DYV registered?

AX57 DYV is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is AX57 DYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX57 DYV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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