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AF08 NPD

2008 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,022 mi
Last recorded134,022 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A388,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 NPD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2020 134,022 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer sill damaged

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 124,332 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 112,958 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 97,832 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 89,923 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 77,998 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

drivers door handle skin missing

Pass 11 Nov 2013 61,280 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 53,085 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 42,610 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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AF08 NPD is a 2008 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF08 NPD, 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.

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What year was AF08 NPD registered?

AF08 NPD is a 2008 Audi A3, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AF08 NPD safe to buy?

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