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AO61 NXL

2011 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

152,981 mi
Last recorded152,981 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 NXL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 152,981 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2025 144,153 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 135,418 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 124,560 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 115,059 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 110,944 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 105,257 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 105,257 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 86,455 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 67,899 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 66,866 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 61,182 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 57,042 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 44,974 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AO61 NXL is a 2011 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 AO61 NXL, 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.

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What year was AO61 NXL registered?

AO61 NXL is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 1 November 2011.

Is AO61 NXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO61 NXL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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