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AX54 NBN

2005 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

144,913 mi
Last recorded144,913 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 NBN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 144,913 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2017 144,913 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 126,098 miles

wishbone rear bushes worn/rear tyre treads low

Fail 1 Mar 2016 144,636 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner and outer (2.5.C.1a)

wishbone rear bushes worn/rear tyre treads low

Pass 9 Jan 2015 121,959 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2015 121,959 miles

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

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)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 114,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2013 107,995 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2012 98,543 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2012 98,543 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 86,444 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 69,357 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 55,060 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 44,241 miles

tiny stone chips in front screen

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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AX54 NBN is a 2005 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AX54 NBN, 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 AX54 NBN registered?

AX54 NBN is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 11 January 2005.

Is AX54 NBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX54 NBN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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