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PJ55 ZGU

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

155,080 mi
Last recorded155,080 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 ZGU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 155,080 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner part of gaiter clip missing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing ( 235/40r1895wxl )

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine cover fitted

engine running rough

under tray fitted (loose)

Fail 16 Nov 2016 155,080 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner part of gaiter clip missing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing ( 235/40r1895wxl )

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine cover fitted

engine running rough

under tray fitted (loose)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 138,244 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 119,035 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 105,215 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 105,215 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2012 87,770 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2012 87,770 miles

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)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 78,736 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 70,966 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 62,367 miles

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

n/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 12 Jan 2010 62,367 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

n/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 19 Dec 2008 55,897 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 ZGU is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZGU, 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.

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What year was PJ55 ZGU registered?

PJ55 ZGU is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 13 January 2006.

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