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A3 VGX

2005 Audi A3

Black Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

82,631 mi
Last recorded82,631 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 VGX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 82,631 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 70,547 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 58,462 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 51,398 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 45,401 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 39,832 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2013 36,041 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 36,041 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 36,041 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 30,565 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 29,079 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 25,885 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 23,111 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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 VGX is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VGX, 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 VGX registered?

A3 VGX is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is A3 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 VGX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 VGX have outstanding finance?

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