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AV55 AFK

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

225,807 mi
Last recorded225,807 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 AFK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2015 225,807 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 225,807 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 216,440 miles

nearside rear brake backplate corroded away

nearside rear inner brake pad worn down

Fail 25 Oct 2014 216,278 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 196,706 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 172,979 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front headlamp internal lens cover off

Fail 17 Oct 2012 172,979 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front headlamp internal lens cover off

Pass 19 Oct 2011 144,332 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 143,816 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 116,748 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres starting to scuff on inside edge

Pass 5 Oct 2009 86,709 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 58,339 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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AV55 AFK is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AV55 AFK, 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 AV55 AFK registered?

AV55 AFK is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is AV55 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 AFK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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