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A3 DXT

2001 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

162,345 mi
Last recorded162,345 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 DXT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2014 162,345 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four brake discs are slightly corroded

n/s/f wearing on the inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2013 144,356 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear indicators dis coloured

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre worn low inner edge close to limit

offside rear shock damp

slight movement both front lower arm rear bush's

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2012 125,003 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine man light on

slight play rack

Pass 12 Mar 2011 110,033 miles

both rear axle mount bushes worn

near side steering rack arm has slight play

offside door mirror marked

Pass 12 Mar 2010 98,559 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 81,723 miles

front tyres low inner edge

wear front disc

Pass 28 Mar 2008 75,311 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 63,104 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 55,237 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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A3 DXT is a 2001 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 97,707 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 A3 DXT, 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 25 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 DXT registered?

A3 DXT is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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