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A23 RWP

2009 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

147,071 mi
Last recorded147,071 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 RWP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 147,071 miles

Central exhaust clamp slightly deteriorated

Rear parking brake only just met efficiency

Pass 11 Apr 2024 142,152 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 137,020 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 135,846 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 133,504 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 131,558 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 128,767 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 123,646 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 117,743 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 111,229 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 111,229 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 108,243 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 105,693 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 105,693 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 95,453 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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A23 RWP is a 2009 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A23 RWP, 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 A23 RWP registered?

A23 RWP is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 7 May 2009.

Is A23 RWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 RWP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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