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RF56 AMU

2006 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

178,728 mi
Last recorded178,728 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 AMU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 178,728 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear under body corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2023 165,860 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 156,673 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 148,079 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 143,086 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 140,315 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides inner (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 133,090 miles

Central Front Lower under tray fitted

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 125,962 miles

nearside front lower arm rear bush slightly worn

rear brake disc worn not weakened

rear under covers loose

Fail 28 Oct 2017 125,961 miles

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

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

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

nearside front lower arm rear bush slightly worn

rear brake disc worn not weakened

rear under covers loose

Pass 29 Oct 2016 115,793 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak from engine back, under car

Pass 24 Oct 2015 101,995 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2014 92,578 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 83,228 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 73,872 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 63,562 miles

front pads wearing thin

n/s/f cv boot poor condition

Pass 29 Nov 2010 53,094 miles

rear pads very on limit

Pass 28 Nov 2009 41,392 miles

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

Offside front tyre getting low 4.50mm

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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RF56 AMU is a 2006 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RF56 AMU, 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 RF56 AMU registered?

RF56 AMU is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is RF56 AMU safe to buy?

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