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BG61 VOT

2011 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,704 mi
Last recorded138,704 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 VOT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 138,704 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 132,283 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 129,124 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 128,003 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 104,204 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 101,154 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 96,244 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 88,587 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 77,151 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 70,135 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 70,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 61,831 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 52,917 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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BG61 VOT is a 2011 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,197cc petrol 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 BG61 VOT, 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 VOT registered?

BG61 VOT is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is BG61 VOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 VOT 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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