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AE56 XTH

2006 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,361 mi
Last recorded135,361 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 XTH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 135,361 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2017 130,734 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 126,852 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 121,881 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 108,259 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 108,175 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 84,750 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 60,667 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 59,098 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside outer sill is damaged

Pass 17 May 2012 59,098 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside outer sill is damaged

Pass 10 Mar 2011 45,518 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 37,638 miles

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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AE56 XTH is a 2006 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE56 XTH, 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 AE56 XTH registered?

AE56 XTH is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is AE56 XTH safe to buy?

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