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AE56 ZRD

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

134,560 mi
Last recorded134,560 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 ZRD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 134,560 miles

slight n/s/r shocker leak

Pass 30 Nov 2016 126,305 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jul 2015 112,401 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jul 2015 112,322 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2014 104,512 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 96,405 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 84,780 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 70,854 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 56,344 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 43,007 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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AE56 ZRD is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AE56 ZRD, 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.

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What year was AE56 ZRD registered?

AE56 ZRD is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AE56 ZRD safe to buy?

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