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B9 DET

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,484 mi
Last recorded87,484 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 DET
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 87,484 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 85,562 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 83,588 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 81,902 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 79,996 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 77,504 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 67,552 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 60,661 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 51,603 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 41,639 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 31,543 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 16,394 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 15,102 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 11,432 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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B9 DET is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 B9 DET, 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 B9 DET?

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What year was B9 DET registered?

B9 DET is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is B9 DET safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 DET shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B9 DET have outstanding finance?

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