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AV06 VHE

2006 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,178 mi
Last recorded51,178 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 VHE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 51,178 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 47,706 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 45,822 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 45,822 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated corroded (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc contaminated corroded (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 44,027 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 41,820 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 39,436 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2020 39,436 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 37,978 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 36,924 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 28 Dec 2017 35,413 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 33,921 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 32,650 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 30,503 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 29,999 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

front registration plate cracked

Pass 14 Dec 2012 28,118 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2011 26,931 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 24,493 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 14,949 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 10,540 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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AV06 VHE is a 2006 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AV06 VHE, 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 AV06 VHE registered?

AV06 VHE is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 4 May 2006.

Is AV06 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 VHE shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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