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BD55 NJV

2005 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

197,226 mi
Last recorded197,226 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 NJV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 197,226 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 196,528 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 167,900 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2020 167,856 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 155,060 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 155,044 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 99,084 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 92,369 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 92,368 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 82,688 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 70,490 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 64,654 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 49,156 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wall damaged, not showing cords

Fail 11 Nov 2008 49,156 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre wall damaged, not showing cords

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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BD55 NJV is a 2005 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD55 NJV, 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 BD55 NJV registered?

BD55 NJV is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is BD55 NJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 NJV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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