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AF09 HFL

2009 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,820 mi
Last recorded14,820 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 HFL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 14,820 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 11,743 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 9,278 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 9,023 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 8,866 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 8,667 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 8,345 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 7,918 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 7,285 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 6,681 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 6,163 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 5,707 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 5,090 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 4,216 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 3,268 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 3,268 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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AF09 HFL is a 2009 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AF09 HFL, 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

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What year was AF09 HFL registered?

AF09 HFL is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is AF09 HFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 HFL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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