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AY59 XSV

2009 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,745 mi
Last recorded27,745 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 XSV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 27,745 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 26,943 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 25,796 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 24,802 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 24,790 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 23,903 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 23,026 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 22,042 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 21,194 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 18,741 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 16,680 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 16,680 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Advise both front tyres showing signs of cracking in tread

Nearside Rear Advise tyre showing signs of cracking in tread and sidewall of tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2016 15,150 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 13,343 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 11,302 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 11,302 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 9,170 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 6,455 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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AY59 XSV is a 2009 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AY59 XSV, 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.

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What year was AY59 XSV registered?

AY59 XSV is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is AY59 XSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY59 XSV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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