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3 SHU

2017 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,822 mi
Last recorded42,822 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi A345,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 SHU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 42,822 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 41,470 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 39,440 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 37,720 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 35,543 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 33,676 miles
Pass 10 May 2020

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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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3 SHU is a 2017 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 45,382 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 3 SHU, 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 9 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 3 SHU?

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What year was 3 SHU registered?

3 SHU is a 2017 Audi A3, first registered on 18 May 2017.

Is 3 SHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 SHU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 3 SHU have outstanding finance?

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