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AJ54 XXP

2005 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,004 mi
Last recorded116,004 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ54 XXP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 116,004 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2017 111,312 miles

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

engine management light illuminated

Fail 5 Dec 2017 111,312 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

engine management light illuminated

Pass 12 Nov 2016 103,205 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 90,901 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 81,346 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2013 72,541 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 65,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2012 51,014 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Jan 2011 42,025 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 31,567 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2009 25,690 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 25,690 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 18,228 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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AJ54 XXP is a 2005 Audi A3 in Grey with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AJ54 XXP, 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.

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What year was AJ54 XXP registered?

AJ54 XXP is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 8 January 2005.

Is AJ54 XXP safe to buy?

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