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BG58 RFN

2008 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,505 mi
Last recorded124,505 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 RFN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 124,505 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 114,957 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 100,503 miles

Offside Front Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 90,353 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 87,252 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 81,834 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

service light on

vehicle restricted view

Fail 23 Oct 2020 81,834 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

service light on

vehicle restricted view

Pass 23 Sep 2019 75,155 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 71,205 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Jan 2019 71,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Apr 2017 62,087 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 53,042 miles

ENGINE COVER

Pass 3 Jun 2014 47,414 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 38,160 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 23,957 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 23,957 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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 RFN is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BG58 RFN, 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 BG58 RFN registered?

BG58 RFN is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 13 November 2008.

Is BG58 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 RFN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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