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A21 ELP

2013 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,545 mi
Last recorded126,545 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Audi A371,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 ELP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 126,545 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 116,309 miles

Nearside Front SIDE WALL DAMAGE BUT NO CORDS SHOWING

Pass 22 Feb 2024 106,969 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 100,329 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 92,622 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 85,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 81,289 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 75,020 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 68,103 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 63,341 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 57,035 miles

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

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

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

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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A21 ELP is a 2013 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 71,098 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 A21 ELP, 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 13 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 ELP registered?

A21 ELP is a 2013 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is A21 ELP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 ELP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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