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A3 UFD

2005 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,787 mi
Last recorded108,787 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 UFD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 108,787 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 100,030 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 93,681 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake back plates starting to corrode

rear shock absorber shrouds broken

Pass 10 Jan 2014 93,681 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake back plates starting to corrode

rear shock absorber shrouds broken

Pass 9 Nov 2012 85,530 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 77,041 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 77,041 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 64,143 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 51,960 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 40,945 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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A3 UFD is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 3,189cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 95,772 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 A3 UFD, 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 21 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 UFD registered?

A3 UFD is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is A3 UFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 UFD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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