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AO56 HLY

2006 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,320 mi
Last recorded128,320 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 HLY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 128,320 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 109,879 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Jun 2019 109,879 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Jun 2018 96,336 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 91,461 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 87,254 miles

Condensation in nearside rear light unit

Front exhaust bracket (plastic) slightly cracked, exhaust system fully supported

Fail 14 Jun 2016 87,254 miles

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

Condensation in nearside rear light unit

Front exhaust bracket (plastic) slightly cracked, exhaust system fully supported

Pass 18 May 2015 79,511 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 79,511 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2014 71,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2013 65,672 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 57,341 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

rear number plate needs more securing

Pass 6 Oct 2011 49,757 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 43,538 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

o/s/f/ tyre has cracking on sidewall

Pass 3 Oct 2009 31,585 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 23,542 miles

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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AO56 HLY is a 2006 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AO56 HLY, 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.

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What year was AO56 HLY registered?

AO56 HLY is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AO56 HLY safe to buy?

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