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AV55 BNO

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

204,604 mi
Last recorded204,604 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 204,604 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 187,646 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 173,267 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 159,312 miles

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

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 143,420 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 121,525 miles

Both rear tyres very low, bald on inner edges and further wear could result in them becoming illegal

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front shock dust covers split

Fail 11 Sep 2010 121,404 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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)

front shock dust covers split

front tyres bald on inner edges and further wear on the edge culd result in them becoming illegal

Pass 14 Sep 2009 100,358 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 100,358 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 79,061 miles

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

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 BNO is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV55 BNO, 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 BNO registered?

AV55 BNO is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is AV55 BNO safe to buy?

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