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A21 DLS

2011 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

118,339 mi
Last recorded118,339 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A383,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 DLS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 118,339 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 65,523 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 114,942 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 56,703 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 56,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 110,664 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 47,030 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 105,101 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 36,512 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 28,051 miles

Full Length Under Trays fitted so unable to inspect some items.

Fail 30 Nov 2021 28,051 miles

Full Length Under Trays fitted so unable to inspect some items.

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 101,416 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 97,494 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 21,276 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2020 21,276 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 94,597 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 90,200 miles

both rear tyres perished/ cracked and slightly low/ close to limits, 255/35/19

Pass 21 Nov 2017 85,820 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 78,236 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 69,830 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2015 69,830 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 54,561 miles

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

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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A21 DLS is a 2011 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2011 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 83,287 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 A21 DLS, 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 15 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A21 DLS registered?

A21 DLS is a 2011 Audi A3, first registered on 20 July 2011.

Is A21 DLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 DLS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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