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AA08 LVX

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,567 mi
Last recorded129,567 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 LVX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 129,567 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 128,249 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 126,967 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 125,261 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 120,336 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 120,336 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 117,035 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 110,694 miles

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

Front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 11 Jul 2018 104,306 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 97,063 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 97,063 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 90,426 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm cracks (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 76,828 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 76,828 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted missing (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 65,543 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 51,854 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coolant low

engine oil low

Pass 12 Nov 2012 36,958 miles

Both front wiper blades deteriorated

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 23,927 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)

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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 LVX is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AA08 LVX, 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 AA08 LVX registered?

AA08 LVX is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AA08 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 LVX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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