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BF08 VLP

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

168,193 mi
Last recorded168,193 miles
Recorded on5 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 VLP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2020 168,193 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower outer sill corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2019 154,204 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inside ege (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 142,378 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 142,378 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

heatsheilds insecure

Pass 30 Dec 2016 121,752 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 100,679 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 100,679 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 74,728 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Fail 31 Dec 2014 74,728 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Jan 2014 53,033 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 12 Mar 2013 47,362 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 37,428 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 28,328 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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BF08 VLP is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel 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 VLP, 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.

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What year was BF08 VLP registered?

BF08 VLP is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is BF08 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 VLP 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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