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RF06 ZXE

2006 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,510 mi
Last recorded122,510 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF06 ZXE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 122,510 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2023 122,510 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 118,390 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 109,369 miles

exhaust system corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 90,617 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 90,617 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 83,725 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

signs of both rear brake discs getting hot

Pass 30 May 2018 73,901 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 71,274 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 69,605 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 67,797 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 66,386 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 66,386 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 64,855 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 64,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 50,155 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 47,500 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 47,500 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

N/S/F Tyre (Poor Condition)

N/S/R Tyre (Poor Condition)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 45,053 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 41,974 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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RF06 ZXE is a 2006 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 ZXE, 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 ZXE registered?

RF06 ZXE is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is RF06 ZXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF06 ZXE shows 20 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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