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BD08 GDJ

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

163,341 mi
Last recorded163,341 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 GDJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 163,341 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 163,341 miles

Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2022 147,375 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 139,790 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 128,852 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 115,011 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 115,011 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 108,325 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 101,825 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 96,123 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 93,648 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f wing damaged

Pass 24 Apr 2013 80,858 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 68,375 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 56,591 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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BD08 GDJ is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BD08 GDJ, 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.

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What year was BD08 GDJ registered?

BD08 GDJ is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is BD08 GDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 GDJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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