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AJ55 OXP

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

173,233 mi
Last recorded173,233 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 OXP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 173,233 miles

Power steering component components slightly misaligned roughness in steering rack (2.1.5 (e) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2019 173,233 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Power steering component components slightly misaligned roughness in steering rack (2.1.5 (e) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 161,323 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 161,288 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear headlight levelling device damaged but still operative.

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Unable to fully inspect engine bay due to plastic cover fitted.

Unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle due to plastic covers fitted.

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 149,019 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 146,462 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 128,542 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 109,022 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 89,394 miles

AIR BAG LIGHT ON /NAIL IN O/S/F TYRE / VERY SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S RACK ARM / SLIGHT TWIST ON N/SCV BOOT / UNDER TRAYS FITTED/ CORROSION ON DISCS

Pass 16 May 2012 73,501 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 73,500 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 67,151 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 67,151 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 57,092 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 43,386 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 42,997 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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 OXP is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OXP, 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 AJ55 OXP registered?

AJ55 OXP is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 25 November 2005.

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