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BD56 VFY

2006 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

90,918 mi
Last recorded90,918 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 VFY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 90,918 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OS+NS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OS+NS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 80,832 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various small chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 74,577 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Nov 2022 68,173 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 61,084 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 60,929 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer small hole

Pass 1 Dec 2020 55,206 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 55,206 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2019 49,331 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 49,299 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 41,193 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 35,892 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 33,797 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 32,022 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 30,097 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 28,571 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 26,565 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 109,169 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2010 18,767 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 15,068 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 VFY is a 2006 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VFY, 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 VFY registered?

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

Is BD56 VFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 VFY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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