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RGZ 211

2006 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

164,214 mi
Last recorded164,214 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGZ 211
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 164,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 164,209 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 156,679 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))

nearside rear brake binding on

Pass 24 Apr 2018 109,963 miles

Nearside Front washer jet not working

Offside Front pad wiring harness damaged

engine undertray damaged

Fail 23 Apr 2018 109,963 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Front washer jet not working

engine undertray damaged

Pass 5 Apr 2017 90,739 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 90,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 75,591 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 75,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 70,471 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 56,729 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 49,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r indicator starting to show white light

slight brake fluid leak from hose union with o/s/f brake calliper

Pass 21 Oct 2013 49,998 miles

n/s/r indicator starting to show white light

slight brake fluid leak from hose union with o/s/f brake calliper

Pass 19 Mar 2013 49,704 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 43,906 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 37,857 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 37,857 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 32,123 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 27,338 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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RGZ 211 is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 RGZ 211, 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 RGZ 211 registered?

RGZ 211 is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is RGZ 211 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGZ 211 shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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