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BD11 PNJ

2011 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

157,182 mi
Last recorded157,182 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD11 PNJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 157,182 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 151,769 miles
Pass 27 May 2024 142,371 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2023 138,219 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 9 May 2023 138,219 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 103,275 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 100,694 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Dec 2021 100,676 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 93,448 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/ f and n/s/r.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre staple.

Pass 11 Jun 2019 80,403 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2018 73,648 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2017 62,544 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Jun 2016 47,018 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm with irregular wear (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm with irregular wear (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted obscuring the underside view

Fail 14 Jun 2016 46,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative side repeater (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm with irregular wear (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm with irregular wear (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted obscuring the underside view

Pass 14 Jun 2015 35,988 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear tyres perishing and steping

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 10,940 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 10,228 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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BD11 PNJ is a 2011 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2011 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 83,287 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 BD11 PNJ, 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 15 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD11 PNJ registered?

BD11 PNJ is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 26 April 2011.

Is BD11 PNJ safe to buy?

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