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BG05 VFC

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

122,752 mi
Last recorded122,752 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 VFC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 122,752 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 122,752 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 117,607 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 112,524 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 101,118 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 90,505 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 80,404 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 70,242 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 58,665 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 51,582 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 44,750 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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BG05 VFC is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 BG05 VFC, 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 BG05 VFC registered?

BG05 VFC is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is BG05 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 VFC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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