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A3 YNV

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

154,739 mi
Last recorded154,739 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 YNV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 154,739 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 112,756 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 101,988 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Oct 2022 91,774 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 88,598 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 88,318 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 79,753 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 72,114 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 65,213 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low inner edge

Pass 28 Sep 2016 57,853 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 52,986 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 47,323 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 41,823 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 33,807 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2012 33,807 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 25,691 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 16,767 miles

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

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

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 YNV is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 88,489 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 YNV, 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 18 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 A3 YNV registered?

A3 YNV is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is A3 YNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 YNV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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