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AE05 YST

2005 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,970 mi
Last recorded126,970 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 YST
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2018 126,970 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 112,721 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 99,938 miles

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

both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Pass 29 Jun 2015 83,309 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 71,228 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 65,362 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 60,134 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2011 55,279 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 49,617 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 41,456 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 33,254 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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AE05 YST is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AE05 YST, 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 AE05 YST registered?

AE05 YST is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is AE05 YST safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 YST shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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