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AG05 MDE

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

230,898 mi
Last recorded230,898 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG05 MDE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 230,898 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 211,882 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 211,882 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 194,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Sep 2013 194,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AG05 MDE is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AG05 MDE, 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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How do I check the history of AG05 MDE?

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What year was AG05 MDE registered?

AG05 MDE is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AG05 MDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG05 MDE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AG05 MDE have outstanding finance?

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