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BK05 RYF

2005 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,644 mi
Last recorded126,644 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 RYF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 126,644 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 120,754 miles

Nearside Front brake flexy hose insecure

Fail 6 Aug 2018 120,736 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front brake flexy hose insecure

Pass 28 Jul 2017 112,696 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

eml light on

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Jul 2016 101,774 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 95,180 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)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 79,884 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 66,945 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 52,712 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 50,758 miles

nearside and offside rear indicator bulbs fading.

Pass 30 Mar 2011 49,591 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 48,099 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 48,098 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 47,007 miles

nearside front tyre outer rim protecter damaged but no cords or bulges showing.

offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 31 Mar 2008 38,807 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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BK05 RYF is a 2005 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BK05 RYF, 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

How do I check the history of BK05 RYF?

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What year was BK05 RYF registered?

BK05 RYF is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is BK05 RYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 RYF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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