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BD61 CEN

2011 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

144,134 mi
Last recorded144,134 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD61 CEN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 144,134 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 135,405 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 129,680 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 129,680 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 122,521 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight (0.1 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 113,721 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 106,965 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 101,611 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 92,221 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 87,176 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 78,878 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 78,878 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 71,159 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 71,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 58,432 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jan 2015 58,432 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 54,421 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 54,421 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BD61 CEN is a 2011 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2011 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 83,287 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 BD61 CEN, 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 15 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD61 CEN?

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What year was BD61 CEN registered?

BD61 CEN is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is BD61 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 CEN shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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