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BJ55 YKA

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

154,635 mi
Last recorded154,635 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 YKA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 154,635 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 147,920 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 141,513 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 174,403 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 169,063 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 169,005 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 10 Dec 2012 143,845 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 143,845 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 118,881 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2011 118,881 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 98,178 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 98,178 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Jun 2009 71,033 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

chip to windscreen outside zones

Pass 11 Jun 2009 71,033 miles

chip to windscreen outside zones

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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BJ55 YKA is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 BJ55 YKA, 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 BJ55 YKA registered?

BJ55 YKA is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BJ55 YKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ55 YKA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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