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AX06 AAE

2006 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

128,951 mi
Last recorded128,951 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX06 AAE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 128,951 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber sleeve detached

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear shock absorber sleeve detached

Pass 2 May 2025 123,285 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2024 119,225 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber sleeve detached

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Mar 2024 119,225 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber sleeve detached

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2023 108,978 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2022 102,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2022 102,934 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2021 96,349 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened band of corrosion to inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2020 90,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened band of corrosion to inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2019 84,324 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 77,863 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both, 225 40 18 (4.1.E.1)

Upper Stop lamp not working

Pass 18 Nov 2016 71,871 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 66,297 miles

rear registration plate insecure

Pass 19 Nov 2014 59,276 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 53,598 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 46,331 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cuts to n/s front and rear tyre outer sidewalls.

Fail 21 Nov 2011 39,723 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 39,723 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 33,369 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 24,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 24,375 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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AX06 AAE is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AX06 AAE, 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 AX06 AAE registered?

AX06 AAE is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 8 June 2006.

Is AX06 AAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX06 AAE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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