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B4 MGH

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

160,348 mi
Last recorded160,348 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 MGH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 160,348 miles

Rear rear axle slight rust

Pass 1 Feb 2025 147,924 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 3 Feb 2024 136,856 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 129,069 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 120,357 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 108,797 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 99,488 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 91,779 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 88,695 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 86,522 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 86,522 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 83,119 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 79,644 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

nearside front tyre side wall starting too deteriorate

nearside rear tyre side wall starting too deteriorate

offside front tyre side wall starting too deteriorate

offside rear tyre side wall starting too deteriorate

Fail 2 Feb 2015 79,644 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

nearside front tyre side wall starting too deteriorate

nearside rear tyre side wall starting too deteriorate

offside front tyre side wall starting too deteriorate

offside rear tyre side wall starting too deteriorate

Pass 3 Feb 2014 76,489 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 74,690 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 73,404 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 73,404 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 72,251 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 69,982 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 69,982 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 68,801 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 66,836 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 66,836 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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B4 MGH is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 B4 MGH, 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 B4 MGH registered?

B4 MGH is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 5 February 2005.

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