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A3 BGF

2009 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,850 mi
Last recorded68,850 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 BGF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 68,850 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2024 64,195 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 57,593 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 52,894 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2022 52,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 52,469 miles

rear axel components corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2020 52,232 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 52,232 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 51,785 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 50,250 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 50,250 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 49,555 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

windscreen damaged

Fail 13 Oct 2017 49,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

windscreen damaged

Pass 24 Oct 2016 49,103 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 47,668 miles

Offside Front Inner tyre getting low

Rear tyres getting low

Pass 24 Oct 2014 33,881 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 22,048 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 12,307 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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A3 BGF is a 2009 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 A3 BGF, 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

How do I check the history of A3 BGF?

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What year was A3 BGF registered?

A3 BGF is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 29 October 2009.

Is A3 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 BGF 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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