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AF61 LYV

2011 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

166,931 mi
Last recorded166,931 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 166,931 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2024 155,789 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2023 146,964 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 136,258 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 131,466 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rubber bushes deteriorating (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rubber bushes deteriorating (5.3.3 (b) (i))

advise front shockers corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2020 126,814 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

advise handbrake lever on n/s/r caliper sticking slightly

Pass 20 Aug 2019 119,502 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

exhaust clamp (sleeve) deteriorating

Pass 13 Aug 2018 107,635 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 97,004 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 79,933 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 65,008 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 51,473 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 51,473 miles

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

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

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 LYV is a 2011 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 AF61 LYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF61 LYV registered?

AF61 LYV is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 9 September 2011.

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The MOT history for AF61 LYV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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