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AV56 VPM

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

153,276 mi
Last recorded153,276 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 VPM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 153,276 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 153,276 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 138,008 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

engine light on

Pass 3 Jul 2015 138,008 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 23 Jun 2014 128,114 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

engine management light on

front undertray insecure.

Pass 24 Jan 2013 114,059 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 114,059 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

driver win dow inop

engine light on

Fail 12 Jan 2012 99,173 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 99,173 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 92,746 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2011 92,746 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 66,135 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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AV56 VPM is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 AV56 VPM, 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 AV56 VPM registered?

AV56 VPM is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is AV56 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 VPM shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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