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BD09 AFU

2009 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

129,279 mi
Last recorded129,279 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 AFU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 129,279 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 115,843 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 101,492 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 101,490 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 83,709 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 72,826 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 66,862 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 60,544 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 55,682 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Jul 2018 48,464 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 44,011 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2016 39,534 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 35,523 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 32,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2013 29,375 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,848 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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BD09 AFU is a 2009 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 84,403 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 BD09 AFU, 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 17 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 BD09 AFU registered?

BD09 AFU is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is BD09 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD09 AFU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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