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OU59 ZGP

2009 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

54,395 mi
Last recorded54,395 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A384,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU59 ZGP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 54,395 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 50,800 miles

engine cover fitted oil leaks not checked

Fail 3 Sep 2024 50,737 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps lamp missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure has bulge on inner wall of tyre outer wall starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wall starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover fitted oil leaks not checked

Pass 7 Dec 2023 48,001 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 47,710 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 46,019 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 44,521 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 42,591 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 40,120 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 36,079 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 35,944 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 31,857 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 31,838 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 27,734 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 23,404 miles

Off side rear tyre slighty cut on outer wall

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 19,426 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 14,586 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 10,991 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 10,991 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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OU59 ZGP is a 2009 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OU59 ZGP, 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 OU59 ZGP registered?

OU59 ZGP is a 2009 Audi A3, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is OU59 ZGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU59 ZGP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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