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BD09 MSY

2009 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

165,966 mi
Last recorded165,966 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 MSY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 165,966 miles

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 156,265 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 147,359 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 147,359 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 136,807 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 128,591 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 118,512 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 114,852 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 114,852 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 103,221 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 93,103 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 85,018 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 74,324 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 64,934 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 52,468 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 52,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 MSY is a 2009 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MSY, 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 MSY registered?

BD09 MSY is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is BD09 MSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD09 MSY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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