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AO56 TMV

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,929 mi
Last recorded136,929 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 TMV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 136,929 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Stowed away ()

Pass 27 Oct 2017 131,963 miles

o/s/r tyre low tread

Pass 27 Oct 2016 125,529 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 27 Oct 2016 125,529 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 120,770 miles

Nearside Rear Corrosion in wheel arch

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

Fail 16 Oct 2015 120,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Corrosion in wheel arch

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 111,807 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2013 96,730 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/s/r tyre worn close to service limits (2mm)

Service wear and light scoring to rear brake discs

Service wear to front brake discs

Some wear and movement to front suspension arms

Various plastic covers trays and liners preventing full examination of components

Various small chips on windscreen

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 96,730 miles

O/s/r tyre worn close to service limits (2mm)

Service wear and light scoring to rear brake discs

Service wear to front brake discs

Some wear and movement to front suspension arms

Various plastic covers trays and liners preventing full examination of components

Various small chips on windscreen

Pass 30 Oct 2012 80,426 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 60,254 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 54,617 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 54,617 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 42,634 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 TMV is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TMV, 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 TMV registered?

AO56 TMV is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is AO56 TMV safe to buy?

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