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AJ55 CKO

2005 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

82,320 mi
Last recorded82,320 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 CKO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 82,320 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 78,600 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 74,335 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

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

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2020 74,335 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak radiator ()

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 71,142 miles

front bumper loose in both corners

front pads getting low discs worn

oil leaks

wiper blades slightly smearing

Fail 29 Aug 2019 71,141 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect clip missing from headlight bulb insecure (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (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 a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in sidewall 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both inner CV boots small pin holes (6.1.7 (g) (i))

front bumper loose in both corners

front pads getting low discs worn

oil leaks

wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 3 Sep 2018 66,617 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 57,804 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 50,573 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2016 50,573 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 47,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

ns rear tyer side wall cracking

ofs frant tyer has s cut

Fail 10 Mar 2015 47,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

ns rear tyer side wall cracking

ofs frant tyer has s cut

Pass 5 Mar 2014 43,693 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking (outer edge)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 43,681 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/r tyre cracking (outer edge)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 39,784 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 39,784 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 31,166 miles

o/s/f tyre uneven wear

Pass 16 Dec 2009 26,477 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 19,229 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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AJ55 CKO is a 2005 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 AJ55 CKO, 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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AJ55 CKO is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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