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AP05 BYW

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

174,255 mi
Last recorded174,255 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 BYW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 174,255 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 163,507 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 138,057 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 132,107 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 127,782 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 116,022 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 103,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 103,789 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 99,895 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

offside front door mirror repaired with tape

Pass 5 May 2010 86,918 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 68,485 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 55,562 miles

cut in o/s front inner tyre wall

small chip n/s front windscreen

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 BYW is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AP05 BYW, 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 BYW registered?

AP05 BYW is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is AP05 BYW safe to buy?

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