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AO55 RDV

2005 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,482 mi
Last recorded116,482 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2011
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 RDV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2011 116,482 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 114,482 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 114,482 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 87,338 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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AO55 RDV is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RDV, 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 RDV registered?

AO55 RDV is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 2 November 2005.

Is AO55 RDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 RDV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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