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AY05 MLZ

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

177,553 mi
Last recorded177,553 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 MLZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 177,553 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2019 177,269 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 163,621 miles

corrosion of n/s/r brake back plate

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge of tread

slight bind of n/s/r brake

Pass 15 Mar 2017 147,422 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 128,486 miles

o/s/r tyre tread wearing uneven/stepping ect

Pass 4 Mar 2015 111,876 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 94,078 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)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 78,087 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 57,726 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 57,725 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 34,442 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 32,278 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 28,035 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 23,774 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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AY05 MLZ is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AY05 MLZ, 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 AY05 MLZ registered?

AY05 MLZ is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is AY05 MLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 MLZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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