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AD59 KUV

2009 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,542 mi
Last recorded126,542 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 KUV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 126,542 miles

front tyres wearing low

Pass 2 Sep 2024 121,417 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 116,285 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 111,566 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

o/s/r brake pads worn low

slight bind o/s/r wheel

tyre pressure light on

Pass 18 Aug 2021 107,899 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 107,890 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 103,509 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low

Pass 20 Aug 2019 99,623 miles

front inner brake pads getting low

Pass 18 Aug 2018 92,386 miles

o/s/f shocker weeping

front tyres worn low

Fail 18 Aug 2018 92,386 miles

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

front tyres worn low

o/s/f shocker weeping

tyre pressure light on

Pass 19 Aug 2017 86,279 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 Aug 2016 83,172 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 79,616 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 75,706 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/front tyre has cut in wall

Pass 16 Dec 2013 71,738 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 62,602 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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AD59 KUV is a 2009 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 84,403 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 AD59 KUV, 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 17 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 AD59 KUV?

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What year was AD59 KUV registered?

AD59 KUV is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is AD59 KUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD59 KUV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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