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BG58 BYD

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,639 mi
Last recorded133,639 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 BYD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 133,639 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 133,071 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 133,071 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 110,059 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 110,059 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 91,494 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side rear shock absorber cover insecure

Pass 2 Nov 2012 69,628 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres slightly distorted around tread

Pass 1 Nov 2011 49,262 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

both front brake discs corroded on inside edge

both front shock absorber dust covers loose

unable to fully assess brake pipes due to large cover fitted

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 BYD is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BYD, 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 BYD registered?

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

Is BG58 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 BYD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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