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LM08 KSO

2008 Audi A3 TDI

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,224 mi
Last recorded133,224 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A3 TDI99,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 KSO
MakeAudi
ModelA3 TDI
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 133,224 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 133,223 miles

Exhaust system insecure Central sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 125,868 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 125,868 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 117,705 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 107,650 miles

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 12 Feb 2021 98,322 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 90,525 miles

Front coolant low

Pass 16 Feb 2019 81,359 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 67,688 miles

engine under tray is not secured at rear of tray

Pass 8 Mar 2017 52,552 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 47,810 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 44,070 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2014 39,268 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 34,786 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 30,215 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 24,202 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 24,202 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Audi A3 TDI?

Based on 2,409 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
8,026
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
coil spring broken 3
Headlamp aim too low 3
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LM08 KSO is a 2008 Audi A3 TDI in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Audi A3 TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 99,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM08 KSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Audi A3 TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LM08 KSO registered?

LM08 KSO is a 2008 Audi A3 TDI, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is LM08 KSO safe to buy?

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