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BD13 SFJ

2013 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,079 mi
Last recorded174,079 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 SFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 174,079 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 168,460 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 162,850 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 151,655 miles

both front tyres slightly worn

Pass 4 Jan 2021 146,317 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted to rear

Pass 19 Jun 2019 140,183 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 22 Jun 2018 127,352 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 123,563 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 112,641 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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BD13 SFJ is a 2013 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 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 BD13 SFJ, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD13 SFJ registered?

BD13 SFJ is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 21 June 2013.

Is BD13 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD13 SFJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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