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AX55 AOS

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,516 mi
Last recorded123,516 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX55 AOS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 123,516 miles

Nearside Rear number plate light dim,should replace.

bothside front wishbone rear bush worn and play.

Pass 30 Dec 2016 109,824 miles

Nearside Front wing damaged / but not sharp edge,s.

both number plate light,s bulbs are dim ,should replace.

bothside front wishbone rear bush small amount of play.

bothside rear trailing arm bush play.

offside rear tyre centre tread worn close to legal limit,should replace.

Pass 13 Aug 2015 93,025 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 86,477 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 80,277 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 80,277 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 73,275 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2012 73,274 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 67,638 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 59,267 miles

nsf tyre has damage to outer sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

nsr tyre on 2mm

osr tyre on 2.5mm

Pass 10 Aug 2009 48,530 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 39,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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AX55 AOS is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AX55 AOS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX55 AOS registered?

AX55 AOS is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is AX55 AOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX55 AOS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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