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AB55 VLB

2006 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

28,095 mi
Last recorded28,095 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB55 VLB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 28,095 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 22,412 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 16,012 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 12,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 12,659 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 12,494 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 12,131 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 11,741 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 11,255 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 10,679 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 10,238 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 9,585 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 8,931 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 8,376 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 7,643 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre has cuts in the outer sidewall

offside front tyre is down to approx. 3mm of tread

Pass 3 Apr 2012 7,094 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,300 miles

cuts to n/s/f tyre outer wall

front number plate deteriating

Pass 28 Apr 2010 5,430 miles

front number plate deteriating

Pass 7 May 2009 4,368 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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AB55 VLB is a 2006 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AB55 VLB, 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

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What year was AB55 VLB registered?

AB55 VLB is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 10 May 2006.

Is AB55 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB55 VLB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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