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AR05 DVZ

2005 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

131,714 mi
Last recorded131,714 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 DVZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 131,714 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 131,707 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

brake pedal spongy

Pass 29 Sep 2018 131,442 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 130,090 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 130,090 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 125,793 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 117,920 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 117,920 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 97,033 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 97,033 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 78,282 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2012 72,637 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 62,815 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 46,864 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 17 Mar 2010 30,965 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 26,158 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 20,773 miles

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

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 DVZ is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DVZ, 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 DVZ registered?

AR05 DVZ is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is AR05 DVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR05 DVZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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