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RUI 8658

2009 Audi A3 TDI

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,617 mi
Last recorded122,617 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUI 8658
MakeAudi
ModelA3 TDI
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 122,617 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 107,559 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 107,461 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024
Pass 12 Apr 2023 93,775 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 93,343 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 85,439 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 77,847 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 77,809 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 65,008 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 55,013 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 46,994 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3 TDI?

Based on 2,409 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
8,026
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
coil spring broken 3
Headlamp aim too low 3
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RUI 8658 is a 2009 Audi A3 TDI in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Audi A3 TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUI 8658, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Audi A3 TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of RUI 8658?

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What year was RUI 8658 registered?

RUI 8658 is a 2009 Audi A3 TDI, first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is RUI 8658 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUI 8658 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RUI 8658 have outstanding finance?

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