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AV05 XZH

2005 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

222,895 mi
Last recorded222,895 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 XZH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 222,895 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 222,888 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 215,818 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 210,582 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 207,152 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2022 207,139 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 202,227 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight stone chip damage to glass, outside zone "A", not adversely affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Some areas of underbody showing signs of surface corrosion, not considered excessive

Fail 20 Jan 2021 202,225 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Bulb displaced and insecure, affecting light source (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight stone chip damage to glass, outside zone "A", not adversely affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Some areas of underbody showing signs of surface corrosion, not considered excessive

Pass 4 Jul 2019 191,577 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 191,577 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 180,311 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 180,311 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2018 179,900 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

A.B.S warning lamp came on at start of test, but remained off when test completed. possible fault developing

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both rear coil springs starting to corrode

Pass 22 Jul 2017 170,729 miles

child seat fited

Pass 27 Jul 2016 165,464 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 148,996 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 148,560 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2014 136,399 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 30 May 2014 136,355 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2013 130,593 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 126,973 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 112,096 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 112,096 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 97,308 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 81,954 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 61,070 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 XZH is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XZH, 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 AV05 XZH registered?

AV05 XZH is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is AV05 XZH safe to buy?

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