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C4 SLK

1998 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,473 mi
Last recorded94,473 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 SLK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 94,473 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 94,460 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 93,254 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2017 93,254 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 91,321 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 89,999 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 89,590 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 89,103 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 88,454 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 87,124 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 81,738 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 75,739 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 May 2007 70,087 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 8 May 2007 70,087 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 69,950 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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C4 SLK is a 1998 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 107,490 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 C4 SLK, 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 28 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C4 SLK registered?

C4 SLK is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 18 November 1998.

Is C4 SLK safe to buy?

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