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BG58 AWV

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,933 mi
Last recorded132,933 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 AWV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 132,933 miles

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

Rear pan arms corroding away

Fail 9 Dec 2025 132,933 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear pan arms corroding away

Pass 16 Dec 2024 125,184 miles

x2 rear suspension arms corroded

Fail 16 Dec 2024 125,184 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

x2 rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2023 119,226 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2023 119,226 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 111,361 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 103,033 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 98,699 miles

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

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 95,016 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 92,220 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 85,703 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 85,544 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside working better than nearside (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 77,007 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR (205X55X16 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 76,921 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter top (7.2.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR (205X55X16 (4.1.E.1)

service reminder on

Pass 29 Jan 2016 70,509 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 70,509 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 64,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2014 58,249 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 50,195 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 37,690 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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BG58 AWV is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG58 AWV, 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 BG58 AWV registered?

BG58 AWV is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is BG58 AWV safe to buy?

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