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BD11 ZGC

2011 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

170,848 mi
Last recorded170,848 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD11 ZGC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 170,848 miles

Offside Rear child seat fitted

engine undertray fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2024 161,638 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 150,604 miles

Central Front Engine undertray fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2022 145,455 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 141,040 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 135,129 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2020 135,129 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 126,976 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 119,887 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 110,803 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 110,803 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' Air fresheners on rear view mirror (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 101,198 miles

Slight cut on nearside rear tyre on outer sidewall

Pass 14 Apr 2015 83,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2014 74,703 miles

Nearside Front 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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BD11 ZGC is a 2011 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD11 ZGC registered?

BD11 ZGC is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 27 April 2011.

Is BD11 ZGC safe to buy?

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