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AFZ 3938

2005 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

169,451 mi
Last recorded169,451 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 3938
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 169,451 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 168,160 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 167,268 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 156,602 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Both rear bushes (2.5.B.2b)

Inner wheel arch covers fitted

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 148,355 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 148,343 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 144,555 miles

engine management light on.

Pass 1 Sep 2014 134,698 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Aug 2014 134,556 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 125,317 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 113,362 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 94,514 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 94,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 77,328 miles
Pass 3 May 2009 54,611 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 40,133 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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AFZ 3938 is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AFZ 3938, 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

How do I check the history of AFZ 3938?

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What year was AFZ 3938 registered?

AFZ 3938 is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is AFZ 3938 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 3938 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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