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AK05 ULJ

2005 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

146,056 mi
Last recorded146,056 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 ULJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 146,056 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2025 146,056 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced cleaned at test (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced cleaned at test (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 134,822 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 122,903 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 111,168 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 101,142 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 99,802 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 98,488 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 93,523 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 91,099 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 89,627 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 87,888 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 56,478 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 85,082 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 71,217 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2012 71,217 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 57,846 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 1 Oct 2010 49,033 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 34,696 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 31,635 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 24,894 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 24,894 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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AK05 ULJ is a 2005 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AK05 ULJ, 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 AK05 ULJ registered?

AK05 ULJ is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is AK05 ULJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 ULJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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