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AF56 YRD

2006 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

155,187 mi
Last recorded155,187 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 YRD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 155,187 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 143,772 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 143,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 131,258 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 131,258 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 127,527 miles

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

child seats fitted to rear not allowing full inspection of seat belts

underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection .

Fail 7 Sep 2013 127,503 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

child seats fitted to rear not allowing full inspection of seat belts

underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection .

Pass 3 Sep 2012 110,496 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 91,734 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 81,031 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 10,400 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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AF56 YRD is a 2006 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AF56 YRD, 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 AF56 YRD registered?

AF56 YRD is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is AF56 YRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 YRD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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