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AR05 DNJ

2005 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,786 mi
Last recorded105,786 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 DNJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2026 105,786 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear shock absorbers corroded

slight corrosion underside

Pass 16 Jan 2025 94,033 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 80,614 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2023 65,989 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 50,195 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2021 31,854 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 30,066 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 29,098 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 28,094 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 26,763 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2015 25,818 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 24,704 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 23,842 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 22,498 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 21,131 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 18,903 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 13,866 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 9,222 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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AR05 DNJ is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AR05 DNJ, 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 AR05 DNJ registered?

AR05 DNJ is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is AR05 DNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR05 DNJ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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