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BF08 VLB

2008 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,082 mi
Last recorded81,082 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 VLB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2019 81,082 miles

all brake discs worn front pads getting low rear pads very low

o/s rear shocker cover insecure

under trays fitted

Fail 18 Dec 2019 80,829 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all brake discs worn front pads getting low rear pads very low

o/s rear shocker cover insecure

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2018 66,667 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 58,741 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 50,815 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 50,815 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 42,351 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 40,144 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 35,801 miles

N/S/F tyre has cracks in tread

O/S/F tyre has cracks in tread

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

Fail 19 Feb 2014 35,801 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

N/S/F tyre has cracks in tread

O/S/F tyre has cracks in tread

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 30,747 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 26,652 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 18,156 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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BF08 VLB is a 2008 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BF08 VLB, 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 BF08 VLB registered?

BF08 VLB is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BF08 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 VLB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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