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AB08 OJL

2008 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

181,866 mi
Last recorded181,866 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OJL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 181,866 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 177,070 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 173,357 miles
Pass 6 May 2019 168,982 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 164,393 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 159,387 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 151,605 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 151,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 143,375 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 127,969 miles

exhaust emissions too low to obtain a metered reading

rear no plate deteriorated

Pass 3 Apr 2013 108,354 miles

front brake pads 2/3 worn

rear no plate deteriorated

Pass 30 Apr 2012 91,430 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 72,283 miles

exhaust emissions too low to obtain a metered reading

rear brake pads 2/3 worn

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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AB08 OJL is a 2008 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AB08 OJL, 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 AB08 OJL registered?

AB08 OJL is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is AB08 OJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 OJL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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