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AF61 HVJ

2011 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,105 mi
Last recorded151,105 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 HVJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 151,105 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear roadsprings corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2022 151,073 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged Cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear roadsprings corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 142,971 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front windscreen chip mark

Fail 14 Dec 2021 142,971 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

front windscreen chip mark

Pass 4 Nov 2020 139,567 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect borderline (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 132,907 miles

Exhaust centre clamp heavily corroded. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON.

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Offside and nearside damp. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.3.2 (b))

Inner wheel arch liners and full undertrays fitted.

Nearside Front Outer brake pad appears incorrect fitment. ADVISE INVESTIGATION/REPAIR

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Outer pad ON LIMIT. ADVISE REPLACEMENT NOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation inside light unit and lower mounting loose/broken. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear chassis rails corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blades smearing slightly. Small lines on screen. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 112,399 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 96,876 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front shocker has slight misting

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 77,598 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 57,521 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 46,206 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 46,206 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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AF61 HVJ is a 2011 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 83,287 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF61 HVJ, 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 15 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AF61 HVJ is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 2 September 2011.

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