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BF05 YSG

2005 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,187 mi
Last recorded119,187 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 YSG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2015 119,187 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 114,481 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 114,480 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 105,155 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Fail 3 May 2013 105,155 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 23 Apr 2012 95,106 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 83,961 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 75,812 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 65,443 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 55,060 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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BF05 YSG is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 95,772 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 BF05 YSG, 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 21 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 BF05 YSG registered?

BF05 YSG is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BF05 YSG safe to buy?

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