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BD09 FGF

2009 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

162,806 mi
Last recorded162,806 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 FGF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 162,806 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 158,587 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 152,410 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 143,329 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 138,023 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 129,539 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2021 129,539 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 124,956 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 114,711 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 114,711 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45zr17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2017 105,628 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre Perished

Oil leak Sump And Round Turbo ()

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 93,258 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 93,258 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 81,109 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic covers fitted

Fail 25 Nov 2015 81,109 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic covers fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2014 66,014 miles

nsr shock absorber leaking slightly

rear number plate deteriorated but still legible

Pass 15 Aug 2013 54,541 miles

osr shock absorber weaping slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2012 39,463 miles

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

Offside Front 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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BD09 FGF is a 2009 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FGF, 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 FGF registered?

BD09 FGF is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 22 July 2009.

Is BD09 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD09 FGF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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