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AY08 LVL

2008 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

113,495 mi
Last recorded113,495 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 LVL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 113,495 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 108,979 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 103,523 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 96,201 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 96,201 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault reset may come back check further with dealer (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 89,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail in (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2021 83,038 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 77,114 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 70,406 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 70,406 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2018 62,661 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 56,372 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 50,908 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 45,005 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 39,703 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 34,391 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 30,104 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,962 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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AY08 LVL is a 2008 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 AY08 LVL, 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

How do I check the history of AY08 LVL?

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What year was AY08 LVL registered?

AY08 LVL is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is AY08 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 LVL 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.

Does AY08 LVL have outstanding finance?

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