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AF55 TLJ

2005 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

223,456 mi
Last recorded223,456 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 TLJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 223,456 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 219,101 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 210,628 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 193,472 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 190,090 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 190,090 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 183,390 miles

E.M.L. On

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

Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view Interior mirror missing (8.1.2a)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 183,390 miles

E.M.L. On

Headlamp aim too high Both sides adjusted OK (1.8)

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

Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view Interior mirror missing (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 176,542 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 176,542 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 166,818 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 158,660 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 151,744 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 151,731 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on dash

Pass 12 Aug 2011 134,017 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 134,017 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 114,389 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2009 96,796 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 96,796 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 80,083 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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AF55 TLJ is a 2005 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AF55 TLJ, 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 AF55 TLJ registered?

AF55 TLJ is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is AF55 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 TLJ shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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