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BK13 ZUA

2013 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

169,989 mi
Last recorded169,989 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK13 ZUA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 169,989 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 165,140 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 159,629 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/R Disc corroded on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S/R Brake discs corroded on outside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear sub frame is corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 159,629 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/R Disc corroded on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S/R Brake discs corroded on outside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear sub frame is corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 152,334 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 144,743 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 144,743 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 137,747 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 132,717 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 128,634 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 103,626 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 74,193 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 64,841 miles

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

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

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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BK13 ZUA is a 2013 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 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 BK13 ZUA, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK13 ZUA registered?

BK13 ZUA is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 26 April 2013.

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The MOT history for BK13 ZUA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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