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AK61 SXN

2011 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

147,453 mi
Last recorded147,453 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 SXN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 147,453 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 140,043 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2024 140,007 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Coil spring missing rubber missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))

nearside front shocker top has slight play

Pass 2 Sep 2023 124,724 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 119,306 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2022 119,292 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 111,718 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 103,558 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2019 95,820 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Jul 2018 85,436 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 85,436 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 73,194 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 60,858 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 54,966 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 54,966 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 22 Oct 2014 40,597 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 40,597 miles

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

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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AK61 SXN is a 2011 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 83,287 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 AK61 SXN, 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 15 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 AK61 SXN registered?

AK61 SXN is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 15 November 2011.

Is AK61 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 SXN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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