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PL06 XPD

2006 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

146,510 mi
Last recorded146,510 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL06 XPD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 146,510 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 142,577 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 138,786 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 134,410 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 132,093 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 129,057 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 129,057 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 125,729 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 119,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 113,550 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 111,802 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 111,802 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 104,054 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 104,018 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 93,769 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 85,826 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 85,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 79,006 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 70,549 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 57,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 57,571 miles

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

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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PL06 XPD is a 2006 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 PL06 XPD, 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 PL06 XPD registered?

PL06 XPD is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 14 August 2006.

Is PL06 XPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL06 XPD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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