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A3 YHX

2005 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,739 mi
Last recorded118,739 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 YHX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 118,739 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 99,741 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 83,305 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 64,664 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 59,944 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 59,930 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 54,954 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 49,470 miles

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

both rear tyres on 2mm on outer edge

Pass 19 Mar 2012 44,896 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 39,174 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 33,343 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,299 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Mar 2009 28,299 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 23,991 miles

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

Offside 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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A3 YHX is a 2005 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YHX, 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 YHX registered?

A3 YHX is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is A3 YHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 YHX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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