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AB02 HJB

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

151,573 mi
Last recorded151,573 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB02 HJB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 151,573 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 140,946 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 130,611 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 130,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 116,150 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted to n/s/rear seat(unable to check belt completely). Undertray & underbody covers, present at test

Pass 6 Jun 2018 105,126 miles

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

Upper Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 5 Jun 2018 105,099 miles

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

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

Upper Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 24 May 2017 91,720 miles

ALL Brake Discs slightly worn.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Undertrays.

Slight Jack damage to BOTH Lower Sills.

Fail 23 May 2017 91,720 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working Fitting missing (1.1.C.1d)

ALL Brake Discs slightly worn.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Undertrays.

Slight Jack damage to BOTH Lower Sills.

Pass 26 Aug 2016 89,346 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 79,233 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 69,072 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 54,255 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2012 42,615 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres cuts in walls

Pass 19 Sep 2012 42,615 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres cuts in walls

Pass 29 Sep 2011 30,230 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2011 25,884 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AB02 HJB is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AB02 HJB, 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.

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What year was AB02 HJB registered?

AB02 HJB is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 17 April 2008.

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