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AV05 JDU

2005 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

107,417 mi
Last recorded107,417 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 JDU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 107,417 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 103,689 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 97,291 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 91,093 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 83,979 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 80,495 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 78,503 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Feb 2019 74,494 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 70,677 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s front tyre has cracking in inner sidewall

Pass 18 Feb 2017 67,414 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 63,883 miles

n/s/r seat belt not checked,child seat fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2016 63,866 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r seat belt not checked,child seat fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2015 61,310 miles

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

n/s/r brake binding slightly.

Fail 7 Mar 2015 61,310 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/r brake binding slightly.

Pass 21 Feb 2014 58,769 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2013 54,955 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r wheel binding slightly

Pass 23 Feb 2012 48,575 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o,s,f tyre inner side wall cut not showing ply or cord.

Pass 8 Mar 2011 44,473 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 38,893 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 33,763 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 27,237 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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AV05 JDU is a 2005 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AV05 JDU, 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 AV05 JDU registered?

AV05 JDU is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is AV05 JDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 JDU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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