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AK05 UPR

2005 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

152,434 mi
Last recorded152,434 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 UPR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 152,434 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 141,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 128,376 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 128,376 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 111,614 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2019 104,670 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2018 98,537 miles

Nearside Rear shock cover insecure

Offside Rear shock cover insecure

Pass 10 Feb 2017 90,572 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 85,445 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 18 Apr 2016 85,445 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 77,934 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 69,218 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 63,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2012 56,576 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 48,135 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 41,191 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 34,553 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 28,236 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 18 Apr 2008 28,192 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 UPR is a 2005 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 UPR, 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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What year was AK05 UPR registered?

AK05 UPR is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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