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AO06 YRU

2006 Audi A3

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

182,529 mi
Last recorded182,529 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO06 YRU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2023 182,529 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Various (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 181,724 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 167,085 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 157,129 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 143,892 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 129,790 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 129,790 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 111,629 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 104,915 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 95,228 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 86,856 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 77,407 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 47,924 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 47,924 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn close to legal limit

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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AO06 YRU is a 2006 Audi A3 in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 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 AO06 YRU, 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 20 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 AO06 YRU registered?

AO06 YRU is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is AO06 YRU safe to buy?

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