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AY09 YNC

2009 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,415 mi
Last recorded171,415 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 YNC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 171,415 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2025 165,748 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 159,032 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 152,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 145,538 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 137,448 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 131,871 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 123,632 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 114,396 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 105,942 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 96,195 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 86,270 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 75,384 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 64,463 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 54,994 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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AY09 YNC is a 2009 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 84,403 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 AY09 YNC, 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 17 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 AY09 YNC registered?

AY09 YNC is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is AY09 YNC safe to buy?

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