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AF05 XGN

2005 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

202,698 mi
Last recorded202,698 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XGN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 202,698 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2022 194,506 miles

ENGINE COVER AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 194,486 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear len cracked

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

both side mirrors cracked

outer tyre walls damaged

Pass 15 Jul 2016 184,566 miles

Offside Front tyre wall is damaged not exposing the cords

Offside Rear tyre wall is damaged not exposing the cords

brake pad warning lamp is showing on

centre stop light is not working

rear o/side lamp lens is cracked

Fail 15 Jul 2016 184,566 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing mounting bolt is too short (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre wall is damaged not exposing the cords

Offside Rear tyre wall is damaged not exposing the cords

brake pad warning lamp is showing on

centre stop light is not working

rear o/side lamp lens is cracked

Pass 15 Jul 2015 175,081 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2014 166,197 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 158,090 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 150,603 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 150,603 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 132,250 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 132,250 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 130,007 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 130,007 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 124,249 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 91,772 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 XGN is a 2005 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF05 XGN, 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 XGN registered?

AF05 XGN is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 9 March 2005.

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