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AP05 AEU

2005 Audi A3

Red Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

77,132 mi
Last recorded77,132 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 AEU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 77,132 miles

Front Both sides wheel arch liner insecure

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 61,577 miles

Body under covers & Engine undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Requires To Replace (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Requires To Replace (Size 225.45.R 17) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2024 61,426 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Body under covers & Engine undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Requires To Replace (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Requires To Replace (Size 225.45.R 17) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 57,533 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 56,760 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 56,398 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 56,064 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 54,620 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 54,471 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 54,409 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 54,267 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 24 May 2012 52,423 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 45,698 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 37,887 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 30,640 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 30,633 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 May 2008 23,022 miles

front tyres bald on both edges

signs of grease nearside front outer constant velocity gaiter

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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AP05 AEU is a 2005 Audi A3 in Red with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AP05 AEU, 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 AP05 AEU registered?

AP05 AEU is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is AP05 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 AEU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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