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AD57 RYK

2008 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,323 mi
Last recorded126,323 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 RYK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 126,323 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 126,295 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 118,502 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 118,492 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe/mid pipe joint sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 104,611 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 96,247 miles

inner and outer edges worn offside rear tyre

outer edge worn nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Aug 2017 88,809 miles

advise offside rear tyre wear inner edge

Pass 22 Aug 2016 80,038 miles

advise both front tyre wear inner edge advise rp 205/55/16

Pass 20 Aug 2015 70,307 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

middle exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2014 62,063 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 52,370 miles

205/55/16

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise both front tyre wear 2mm

advise tracking

Pass 30 Aug 2012 43,988 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 35,217 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 35,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 29,202 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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AD57 RYK is a 2008 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AD57 RYK, 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 AD57 RYK registered?

AD57 RYK is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 30 January 2008.

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