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AD55 GBX

2006 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

136,226 mi
Last recorded136,226 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 GBX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 136,226 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 136,226 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 135,905 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 130,306 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 124,752 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 118,387 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 114,346 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 110,760 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 104,760 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 104,760 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 97,316 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 97,316 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 90,867 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 90,867 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 83,862 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 78,794 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2014 73,399 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 65,935 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 60,159 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 55,565 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 49,548 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 40,718 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 40,718 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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AD55 GBX is a 2006 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AD55 GBX, 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 AD55 GBX registered?

AD55 GBX is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 24 January 2006.

Is AD55 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 GBX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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