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BD56 PKU

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,746 mi
Last recorded198,746 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 PKU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 198,746 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 198,746 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 May 2016 189,847 miles

stone chip in screen

Fail 20 May 2016 189,847 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

stone chip in screen

Pass 23 Apr 2015 183,079 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2015 183,079 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 177,590 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2013 171,231 miles

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

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

slight play in nearside drop link

Pass 18 May 2012 165,252 miles

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

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

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

offside rear tyre 2.5mm

Fail 18 May 2012 165,252 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

offside rear tyre 2.5mm

Pass 16 Nov 2010 143,225 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 111,721 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 PKU is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BD56 PKU, 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 PKU registered?

BD56 PKU is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is BD56 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 PKU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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