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A14 XED

2009 Audi A3

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,666 mi
Last recorded157,666 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 XED
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 157,666 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 152,077 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 147,315 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 133,779 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 119,761 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 104,768 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 104,758 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2019 76,806 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 76,806 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 57,666 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 47,568 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 44,041 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 39,621 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2014 34,725 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2013 28,567 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2012 24,682 miles

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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A14 XED is a 2009 Audi A3 in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 84,403 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 A14 XED, 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 17 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 A14 XED registered?

A14 XED is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is A14 XED safe to buy?

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