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A3 LHT

2013 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

172,059 mi
Last recorded172,059 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 LHT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 172,059 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 161,428 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 158,411 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 154,277 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 148,959 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 118,682 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 100,306 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted time of test.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread started cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 79,288 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 79,288 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2016 62,035 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 61,723 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

emissions too low for detection

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 LHT is a 2013 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 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 LHT, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 LHT registered?

A3 LHT is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 8 July 2013.

Is A3 LHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 LHT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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