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AW56 SON

2013 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,426 mi
Last recorded119,426 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW56 SON
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 119,426 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 111,669 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 102,630 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 93,061 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 85,074 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 85,072 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 78,986 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

outer sills covered

undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2020 78,979 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

outer sills covered

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2020 64,174 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking badly

Offside Rear tyre cracking badly

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 10 Jan 2020 64,169 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 35r419 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracking badly

Offside Rear tyre cracking badly

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2018 52,345 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 40,901 miles

engine bay covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2016 28,065 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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AW56 SON is a 2013 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 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 AW56 SON, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AW56 SON?

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What year was AW56 SON registered?

AW56 SON is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 15 November 2013.

Is AW56 SON safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW56 SON shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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