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B5 MSJ

2008 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,948 mi
Last recorded74,948 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 MSJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2025 74,948 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear sub frame and arms corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2024 76,635 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear sub frame corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2023 67,828 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 66,043 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

rear sub frame and arms corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2021 64,715 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rears and rear sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 59,434 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2019 58,177 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 54,836 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 51,777 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 47,624 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 43,929 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 41,765 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 40,176 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 37,364 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 31,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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B5 MSJ is a 2008 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B5 MSJ, 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 B5 MSJ registered?

B5 MSJ is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is B5 MSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 MSJ shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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