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A3 TLX

2006 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

144,011 mi
Last recorded144,011 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 TLX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 144,011 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays attached

Pass 16 Mar 2025 143,533 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2024 142,622 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2023 141,446 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2022 140,309 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower hub ball joint has slight play

both sides front track control arms fitted slightly

fuel filler cap seal slightly perished

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2021 139,832 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 137,852 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 135,227 miles

undrtrays fittd

Pass 6 Mar 2018 133,745 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 123,782 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 110,010 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 94,984 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 77,531 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 58,802 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 46,561 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 30,644 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 19,014 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 14,834 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 14,834 miles

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

osf tyre low tread

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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A3 TLX is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 A3 TLX, 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.

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What year was A3 TLX registered?

A3 TLX is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is A3 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 TLX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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