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PJ55 YJS

2006 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

163,162 mi
Last recorded163,162 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 YJS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 163,162 miles

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

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))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 154,575 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 147,136 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 147,136 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 137,557 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 137,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 129,803 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on the inner edges

Pass 20 Dec 2016 122,630 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2016 122,630 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 108,334 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 94,306 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 94,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 81,039 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 81,039 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 70,135 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 58,206 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)

esp light on

Pass 13 Dec 2010 45,518 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 33,362 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 22,139 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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PJ55 YJS is a 2006 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 PJ55 YJS, 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 20 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 PJ55 YJS registered?

PJ55 YJS is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 19 January 2006.

Is PJ55 YJS safe to buy?

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