2006 Audi A3 1.6L Petrol · SE55 ADV
2006 Audi A3 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 27 Feb 2006. Recorded mileage 99,262 miles. MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,262 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SE55 ADV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2026
- 99,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SE55 ADV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Audi A3 (SE55 ADV) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
SE55 ADV Mileage History
- 20/10/202390,986 mi
- 18/10/202493,119 mi+2,133 mi
- 18/10/202493,119 mi
- 20/10/202595,953 mi+2,834 mi
- 02/10/202699,262 mi+3,309 mi
Average of roughly 2,805 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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