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AO55 YYB

2005 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

164,577 mi
Last recorded164,577 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 YYB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 164,577 miles

both front arm rear bushes splitting

both front shocks leaking

coolant low

oil leak

rear pads low

Pass 19 Nov 2014 148,650 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 148,650 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 136,370 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 136,370 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 119,415 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 103,417 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 103,417 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 81,786 miles

front and rear discs slightly worn

Pass 20 Nov 2009 63,543 miles

both front tyres getting low

wear on rear discs

Pass 18 Nov 2008 44,929 miles

n/s rear tyre getting low

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 YYB is a 2005 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YYB, 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.

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What year was AO55 YYB registered?

AO55 YYB is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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