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AD57 GFU

2008 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,724 mi
Last recorded60,724 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2011
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 GFU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2011 60,724 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 60,724 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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AD57 GFU is a 2008 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AD57 GFU, 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 AD57 GFU?

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What year was AD57 GFU registered?

AD57 GFU is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is AD57 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 GFU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD57 GFU have outstanding finance?

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