2008 Audi A3 1.9L Diesel · MP06 SHA
2008 Audi A3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 29 Oct 2008. Recorded mileage 97,281 miles. MOT valid until 05 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,281 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MP06 SHA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/02/2026
- 97,281 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MP06 SHA 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 2008 Audi A3 (MP06 SHA) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”.
MP06 SHA Mileage History
- 09/02/202380,711 mi
- 17/02/202380,740 mi+29 mi
- 18/03/202487,660 mi+6,920 mi
- 22/03/202593,311 mi+5,651 mi
- 06/02/202697,281 mi+3,970 mi
Average of roughly 5,537 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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