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BD56 HZC

2006 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

168,714 mi
Last recorded168,714 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 HZC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2022 168,714 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2022 168,474 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 153,689 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2021 153,688 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2020 144,704 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 143,178 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nsr osr ()

Pass 10 Dec 2018 140,777 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 138,230 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 135,462 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 132,559 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 125,283 miles

under covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 8 Nov 2013 119,833 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 106,733 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under tray bolts missing from under tray

Pass 1 Dec 2011 94,329 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 79,601 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 79,601 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 59,279 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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BD56 HZC is a 2006 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 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 BD56 HZC, 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 20 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 BD56 HZC registered?

BD56 HZC is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 4 December 2006.

Is BD56 HZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 HZC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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