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HNZ 2438

2005 Audi A3 TDI

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

164,919 mi
Last recorded164,919 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNZ 2438
MakeAudi
ModelA3 TDI
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2025 164,919 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 160,707 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2024 160,561 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 156,370 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 156,327 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 153,813 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 153,787 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 148,708 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 148,445 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 143,363 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 137,776 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 137,618 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3 TDI?

Based on 2,409 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
8,026
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
coil spring broken 3
Headlamp aim too low 3
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HNZ 2438 is a 2005 Audi A3 TDI in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Audi A3 TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HNZ 2438, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 21 years old, this Audi A3 TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNZ 2438 registered?

HNZ 2438 is a 2005 Audi A3 TDI, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is HNZ 2438 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNZ 2438 shows 12 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HNZ 2438 have outstanding finance?

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