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AO05 XWJ

2005 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,213 mi
Last recorded173,213 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 XWJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2022 173,213 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 166,308 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 159,933 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 138,523 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 119,277 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 104,987 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 100,437 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 93,678 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2014 87,225 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 80,008 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 71,560 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 63,745 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 53,484 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 44,431 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 32,205 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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AO05 XWJ is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO05 XWJ, 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 AO05 XWJ registered?

AO05 XWJ is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is AO05 XWJ safe to buy?

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