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BD08 HSL

2008 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

144,277 mi
Last recorded144,277 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 HSL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 144,277 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 140,873 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 140,873 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 131,434 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 126,464 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 118,345 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre geeting low 3m

Pass 3 Dec 2016 113,870 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 103,302 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

centre rear seat belt stalk outer casing missing

Fail 2 Dec 2015 103,302 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

centre rear seat belt stalk outer casing missing

Pass 3 Dec 2014 85,528 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 67,108 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 59,942 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 47,139 miles

both rear tyres worn close to the legal tread depth limit (225/45 Y 17 XL)

Pass 20 May 2011 37,443 miles

Nearside Rear 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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BD08 HSL is a 2008 Audi A3 in Silver 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 HSL, 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 BD08 HSL registered?

BD08 HSL is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is BD08 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 HSL 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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