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BG61 RCU

2011 Audi A3

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

161,219 mi
Last recorded161,219 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 RCU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 161,219 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2022 102,987 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 94,718 miles

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

Zero smoke.

Fail 8 Dec 2020 94,388 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Zero smoke.

Pass 21 Nov 2019 85,831 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 78,657 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 70,665 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 63,428 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 56,832 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 49,693 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 49,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BG61 RCU is a 2011 Audi A3 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BG61 RCU, 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 BG61 RCU registered?

BG61 RCU is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 20 November 2011.

Is BG61 RCU safe to buy?

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