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A4 KJB

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

114,589 mi
Last recorded114,589 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 KJB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 114,589 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 114,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 110,925 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 110,925 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 107,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jan 2024 107,478 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 103,990 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 100,879 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 98,781 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 96,287 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 96,287 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2019 89,087 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 89,087 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 78,334 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 66,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured at 3mm, has slight cracking on sidewalls, worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured at 3mm, has slight cracking on sidewalls, worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 59,017 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 50,229 miles

Both rear tyres light cracking in tread pattern and sidewalls

Pass 3 Jan 2014 42,271 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 32,260 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 22,389 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 17,930 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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A4 KJB is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 A4 KJB, 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 A4 KJB registered?

A4 KJB is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is A4 KJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 KJB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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