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BG58 RFY

2008 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

209,662 mi
Last recorded209,662 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 209,662 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 209,662 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 202,118 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 199,781 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 182,977 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 161,212 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 138,627 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 115,049 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 91,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 91,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 68,810 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 RFY is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RFY, 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 RFY registered?

BG58 RFY is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is BG58 RFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 RFY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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