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A5 JTD

2005 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

76,424 mi
Last recorded76,424 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 JTD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 76,424 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 75,500 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 74,621 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 73,385 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 72,236 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 71,197 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 68,650 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 68,650 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 66,179 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 63,785 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 61,314 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 24 Oct 2014 56,872 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 50,366 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 45,914 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 42,317 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 39,029 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 26,327 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 21,109 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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A5 JTD is a 2005 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 95,772 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 A5 JTD, 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 21 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 A5 JTD registered?

A5 JTD is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is A5 JTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 JTD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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