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AO55 LDK

2005 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

180,219 mi
Last recorded180,219 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 LDK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 180,219 miles

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 180,219 miles

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

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 179,915 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 178,726 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 178,726 miles

Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 177,368 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 174,298 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 170,043 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear and o/s/f (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 162,735 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 155,509 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 148,767 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 138,893 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 129,943 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 121,586 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 110,038 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

under engine gaurd fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2008 110,038 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

under engine gaurd fitted

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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AO55 LDK is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AO55 LDK, 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 AO55 LDK registered?

AO55 LDK is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is AO55 LDK safe to buy?

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