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AJ59 RHU

2009 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

127,537 mi
Last recorded127,537 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ59 RHU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 127,537 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 127,537 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 117,298 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 113,346 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 109,022 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 109,022 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 103,898 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 92,282 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Sep 2018 81,659 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Sep 2017 74,622 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 68,084 miles

Emissions too clean to register

Pass 29 Oct 2015 55,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 46,608 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 36,273 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 26,672 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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AJ59 RHU is a 2009 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AJ59 RHU, 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.

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What year was AJ59 RHU registered?

AJ59 RHU is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 4 November 2009.

Is AJ59 RHU safe to buy?

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