2007 Audi A3 2.0L Petrol · K5 GLF
2007 Audi A3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 150,939 miles. MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,939 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K5 GLF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
- 150,939 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K5 GLF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Audi A3 (K5 GLF) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
K5 GLF Mileage History
- 20/08/2024141,359 mi
- 27/08/2025146,233 mi+4,874 mi
- 27/08/2025146,234 mi+1 mi
- 24/08/2026150,938 mi+4,704 mi
- 25/08/2026150,939 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,760 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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