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BF55 RXW

2005 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

117,420 mi
Last recorded117,420 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 RXW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 117,420 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 117,420 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 110,099 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 110,099 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 95,785 miles

Rear registration plate loose.

Fail 27 Jan 2015 95,747 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate loose.

Pass 27 Jan 2014 83,785 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 83,785 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 76,027 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 66,993 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 66,993 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 53,932 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 53,932 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 45,772 miles

cut on o/s/rear tyre

Fail 22 Mar 2010 45,766 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

cut on o/s/rear tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2008 24,649 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 24,649 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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BF55 RXW is a 2005 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 BF55 RXW, 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 BF55 RXW registered?

BF55 RXW is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is BF55 RXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 RXW shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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