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RF56 BOU

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,108 mi
Last recorded116,108 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 BOU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 116,108 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 113,451 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 104,785 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 104,541 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 87,722 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs are slightly worn/lipped and corroded

front brake pads are worn low !

Pass 11 Jun 2012 73,847 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 58,367 miles

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

front brake discs are slightly worn/lipped and corroding

Fail 7 Jun 2011 58,358 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brake discs are slightly worn/lipped and corroding

rear brake discs are poor - worn/lipped and corroded !

rear brake pads are worn low !

Pass 1 Jun 2010 43,343 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 43,343 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 43,014 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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RF56 BOU is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RF56 BOU, 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 BOU registered?

RF56 BOU is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is RF56 BOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF56 BOU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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