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BF61 EFB

2011 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,714 mi
Last recorded114,714 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF61 EFB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 114,714 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 109,039 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 103,096 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 95,353 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 90,379 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 87,421 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 87,408 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 69,623 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 64,494 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 59,417 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2016 57,184 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 42,044 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 32,265 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BF61 EFB is a 2011 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 BF61 EFB, 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

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What year was BF61 EFB registered?

BF61 EFB is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is BF61 EFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF61 EFB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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