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AK56 GHV

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,403 mi
Last recorded161,403 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 GHV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 161,403 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills starting to weaken. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive see also trail to under-body and onto cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 154,208 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

engine and under covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Fail 22 Jul 2021 154,186 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

engine and under covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Jul 2020 123,866 miles

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

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 25 Jul 2019 121,947 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2019 121,942 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 120,673 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Fail 11 Apr 2018 120,673 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 11 Mar 2017 113,466 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 104,676 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 94,690 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 83,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

NSF shock absorber slight misting of oil

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

OSF shock absorber slight misting of oil

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Mar 2014 83,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

NSF shock absorber slight misting of oil

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

OSF shock absorber slight misting of oil

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 71,537 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 71,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 68,952 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 63,489 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 58,512 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 57,444 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 57,444 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 48,850 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AK56 GHV is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 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 AK56 GHV, 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 20 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 AK56 GHV registered?

AK56 GHV is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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