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BD56 ZLZ

2006 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,863 mi
Last recorded171,863 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 ZLZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 171,863 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

underneath car and components corroded

Fail 5 Jul 2023 171,863 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion brake calliper seized (1.1.16 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

underneath car and components corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2021 260,859 miles

rear brake discs worn

underneath car and components corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2021 260,852 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

rear brake discs worn

underneath car and components corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2020 229,667 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 229,223 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 136,848 miles

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

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))

exhaust sleeve corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2018 126,665 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2018 126,665 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 112,244 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 8 Dec 2017 112,243 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Dec 2016 95,417 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 95,417 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 82,939 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Nov 2014 79,264 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 74,025 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2012 67,863 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 67,863 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 62,420 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 58,212 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 44,080 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 ZLZ is a 2006 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 ZLZ, 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 ZLZ registered?

BD56 ZLZ is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 20 December 2006.

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