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BF55 UUV

2005 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

130,928 mi
Last recorded130,928 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 UUV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 130,928 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 118,317 miles

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

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Oct 2016 104,148 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 98,753 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 98,753 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 97,202 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 90,906 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 88,161 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 81,264 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 81,264 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 73,475 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 67,511 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 61,983 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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BF55 UUV is a 2005 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BF55 UUV, 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.

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What year was BF55 UUV registered?

BF55 UUV is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is BF55 UUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 UUV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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