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BG05 VFV

2005 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,175 mi
Last recorded113,175 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 VFV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 113,175 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 109,119 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 105,296 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 May 2016 105,296 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 98,890 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 90,352 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 90,352 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 80,428 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 68,930 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 68,930 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 68,930 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 59,566 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 52,179 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 47,890 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 40,421 miles

both front tyres worn

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 VFV is a 2005 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BG05 VFV, 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 BG05 VFV registered?

BG05 VFV is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is BG05 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 VFV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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