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AK05 UPW

2005 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,496 mi
Last recorded116,496 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 UPW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 116,496 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 105,797 miles

Rear coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 99,926 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 97,239 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2014 97,239 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 90,785 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 90,785 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 84,745 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 75,322 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Wipers are smearing.

Pass 21 Dec 2009 62,419 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 45,183 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre damaged on sidewall

Fail 22 Jul 2008 45,181 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre damaged on sidewall

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 UPW is a 2005 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UPW, 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 UPW registered?

AK05 UPW is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is AK05 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 UPW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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