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AU06 LPN

2006 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

151,852 mi
Last recorded151,852 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 LPN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 151,852 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 144,877 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 141,337 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 137,715 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 133,576 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 125,821 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2018 118,434 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2018 118,434 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 109,576 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 106,344 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

engine covers or under trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2015 96,748 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 85,342 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 70,984 miles

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

rear pads low

Pass 19 Mar 2012 56,598 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 51,581 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 41,722 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 27,000 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)

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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AU06 LPN is a 2006 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 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 AU06 LPN, 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 20 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 AU06 LPN registered?

AU06 LPN is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 26 April 2006.

Is AU06 LPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 LPN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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