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B18 CMS

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,197 mi
Last recorded141,197 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 CMS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 141,197 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 141,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 132,380 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2025 132,374 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 124,888 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 118,324 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 111,445 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2022 111,445 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 107,373 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 101,521 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 95,368 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 85,636 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 77,232 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 69,196 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 69,196 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 59,842 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 52,414 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 44,144 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 36,749 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 29,486 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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B18 CMS is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B18 CMS, 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 B18 CMS registered?

B18 CMS is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 6 October 2008.

Is B18 CMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 CMS shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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