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BG58 XDU

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

132,862 mi
Last recorded132,862 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 132,862 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 129,618 miles

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

Nearside Rear (Tyre tread stepped)

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (perished inbetween tread) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (perished inbetween tread) 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 125,656 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 121,364 miles

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 115,349 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 109,153 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 106,668 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 101,309 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Feb 2018 92,113 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 92,113 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 84,222 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 78,524 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 73,208 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 67,370 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 57,895 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 42,489 miles

n/s/f wheel bearing noisey

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 XDU is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XDU, 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 XDU registered?

BG58 XDU is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 30 December 2008.

Is BG58 XDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 XDU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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