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AA08 LEX

2008 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

148,397 mi
Last recorded148,397 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 LEX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2026 148,397 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 148,331 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2025 136,855 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 124,207 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 123,302 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 115,895 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 113,376 miles
Pass 30 May 2021 103,341 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 97,590 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 86,899 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 86,899 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 69,865 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 68,692 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 60,577 miles

Offside Front shock absorber damp

Pass 21 May 2016 53,656 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 May 2016 53,656 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2015 46,236 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

nearside rear brake disc slightly scored

Fail 9 May 2015 46,236 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

nearside rear brake disc slightly scored

Pass 10 May 2014 37,516 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 34,369 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 May 2012 31,664 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

front brake pads getting low

Pass 24 May 2011 26,048 miles

205/55/16V

both rear tyres worn to 3mm

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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AA08 LEX is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AA08 LEX, 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

How do I check the history of AA08 LEX?

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What year was AA08 LEX registered?

AA08 LEX is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AA08 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 LEX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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