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AJ55 PKC

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,930 mi
Last recorded173,930 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2020 173,930 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 162,239 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 162,226 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 152,577 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 152,500 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 138,606 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2015 123,161 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2014 104,448 miles

all tyres getting low

cracks in front windscreen

front wishbone inner front bushes slight play

Pass 13 Dec 2013 93,403 miles

cracks in front windcsreen

Pass 3 Dec 2012 80,445 miles

cracks in front windscreen

front wishbone rear bushes breaking up

rear washer not working

Pass 6 Dec 2011 71,487 miles

cracks in front windscreen

Pass 7 Dec 2010 60,011 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 46,218 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 34,559 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 PKC is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel 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 AJ55 PKC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ55 PKC registered?

AJ55 PKC is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is AJ55 PKC safe to buy?

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