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BG11 EGZ

2011 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

194,159 mi
Last recorded194,159 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG11 EGZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 194,159 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Wiper Scratched Screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 194,159 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Wiper Scratched Screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 174,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit 3mm and inner worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail inner shoulder ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit 3mm and inner worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 May 2024 174,279 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit 3mm and inner worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail inner shoulder ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit 3mm and inner worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 160,548 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 160,548 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 155,886 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres are at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 150,828 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 146,715 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 133,803 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 126,108 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 115,428 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 115,428 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 102,822 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 102,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb located incorrectly (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 87,843 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2014 69,571 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

emissions to low to measour

Fail 20 Mar 2014 69,571 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

emissions to low to measour

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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BG11 EGZ is a 2011 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BG11 EGZ, 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 BG11 EGZ registered?

BG11 EGZ is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is BG11 EGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG11 EGZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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