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BJ08 FFN

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,395 mi
Last recorded109,395 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 FFN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 109,395 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under Body Covered With Underbody Seal

Pass 9 Feb 2024 99,318 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2024 99,318 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 98,474 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 95,499 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 92,673 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 87,322 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 81,348 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 81,348 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 166,432 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 166,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 65,834 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 60,025 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 60,025 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 47,611 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 39,981 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 32,743 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 29,995 miles

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

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

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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BJ08 FFN is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ08 FFN, 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 BJ08 FFN registered?

BJ08 FFN is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BJ08 FFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 FFN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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