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AO56 UNX

2006 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

184,904 mi
Last recorded184,904 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 UNX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 184,904 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 184,900 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 167,225 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 162,472 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 162,472 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 155,993 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Recommend replacing tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 148,183 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (size 225.45.R 17) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 148,183 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both side (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (size 225.45.R 17) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Wheel alignment recommended.

Pass 17 Jan 2018 140,394 miles

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

mechanical sound from gearbox area

Pass 18 Jan 2017 133,339 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2017 133,339 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 125,672 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres wearing low

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2015 119,991 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 110,360 miles

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

very slight sticking on nearside rear brake

Pass 19 Jan 2013 97,609 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 75,363 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 52,885 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 46,606 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 UNX is a 2006 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UNX, 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 UNX registered?

AO56 UNX is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is AO56 UNX safe to buy?

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