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A16 NSH

2006 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,406 mi
Last recorded112,406 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 NSH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 112,406 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 108,221 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 105,129 miles

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 105,129 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 100,851 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2022 100,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Sep 2021 97,675 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 93,807 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 91,642 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 88,149 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 84,590 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 82,032 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 79,296 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 75,157 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 71,039 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 25 Aug 2012 66,501 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 62,184 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 58,417 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 53,152 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 47,727 miles

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Stone chip in windscreen

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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A16 NSH is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 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 A16 NSH, 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 20 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A16 NSH?

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What year was A16 NSH registered?

A16 NSH is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is A16 NSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 NSH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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