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BK05 XFX

2005 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,804 mi
Last recorded150,804 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 XFX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 150,804 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Aug 2019 150,804 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2018 141,159 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jul 2018 141,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2017 124,221 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 120,423 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

eml on

Fail 3 May 2016 120,423 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

eml on

Pass 30 Apr 2015 114,958 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 108,786 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2013 103,885 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2012 99,427 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 93,194 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 86,310 miles

n/s cv boot leaking grease

Pass 17 Mar 2009 75,911 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 14 Mar 2008 69,632 miles

n/s/f tyre at 1.6mm tread legal limit

nail in o/s/r tyre

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

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 XFX is a 2005 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XFX, 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 BK05 XFX registered?

BK05 XFX is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is BK05 XFX safe to buy?

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