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RF06 XXR

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,044 mi
Last recorded132,044 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF06 XXR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 132,044 miles

child seat fitted to rear, unable to check seat belts properly-front brake pads worn low

Pass 12 Nov 2016 124,667 miles

engine management light on-x2 front cv boots covered in grease both no hole present-o/s/f caliper slightly damp-o/s/r seatbelt sticking

Pass 6 Apr 2015 116,114 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 113,360 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 100,066 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 100,063 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 86,276 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 86,276 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres wearing inner edges and slightly lumpy

bottom arm rear bushs started to crack

front discs and pads look low

front tyres wearing on inner edges

small stone chips in windscreen

Pass 7 Oct 2010 68,605 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 49,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 49,926 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 47,734 miles

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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RF06 XXR is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RF06 XXR, 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 RF06 XXR registered?

RF06 XXR is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 10 July 2006.

Is RF06 XXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF06 XXR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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