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AB08 OXZ

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

147,959 mi
Last recorded147,959 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OXZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 147,959 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin dead on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 131,843 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2018 131,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 122,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre outer sidewall damaged.

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Main beam bulb fitted incorrectly.

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 112,150 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 96,499 miles

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

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 9 Jul 2013 76,687 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 73,292 miles

O/S/R TYRE ON WEAR BARS ADVISE REPLACMENT SOON

Pass 1 Aug 2011 63,519 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 60,195 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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AB08 OXZ is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OXZ, 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 OXZ registered?

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

Is AB08 OXZ safe to buy?

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