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RJ56 NAU

2006 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

45,712 mi
Last recorded45,712 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 NAU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 45,712 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 45,698 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 45,696 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 45,409 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 44,741 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 44,741 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 43,676 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 42,484 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 41,042 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Oct 2018 39,522 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 39,522 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 37,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on out side

Pass 2 Nov 2016 35,356 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/front tyre outer sidewall scuffed

o/s/rear brake starting to drag

Pass 27 Oct 2015 32,711 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 29,910 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 26,967 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 26,967 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 24,294 miles

rear number plate fading

Pass 24 Oct 2011 20,516 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 16,416 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 11,933 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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RJ56 NAU is a 2006 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 RJ56 NAU, 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

How do I check the history of RJ56 NAU?

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What year was RJ56 NAU registered?

RJ56 NAU is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is RJ56 NAU safe to buy?

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