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AF05 UAO

2005 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

122,123 mi
Last recorded122,123 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 UAO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 122,123 miles

oil level sensor (level ok )

Pass 21 Jun 2022 120,511 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 118,946 miles

oil level sensor faulty , oil level okay

Fail 8 Jun 2021 118,939 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

oil level sensor faulty , oil level okay

Pass 23 Jun 2020 117,954 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

oil level lamp on ...level okay

Fail 23 Jun 2020 117,954 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

oil level lamp on ...level okay

Pass 24 Jun 2019 116,551 miles

oil level indicator faulty

Pass 25 Jun 2018 115,250 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 115,250 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps NEW BULBS FITTED (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 112,859 miles

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

front number plate poor condition

Fail 22 Jun 2017 112,859 miles

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

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

front number plate poor condition

Pass 24 Jun 2016 110,360 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 107,624 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jun 2015 107,597 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 103,509 miles

front screen poor condition...nsf tyre wall damaged but no cords showing

Fail 17 Mar 2014 103,509 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

front screen poor condition...nsf tyre wall damaged but no cords showing

Pass 14 Jan 2013 99,383 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 97,258 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 89,731 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 89,731 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 83,637 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 83,637 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 77,274 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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AF05 UAO is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF05 UAO, 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.

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What year was AF05 UAO registered?

AF05 UAO is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is AF05 UAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 UAO shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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