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FKZ 8962

2001 Audi A3

Red Other 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,872 mi
Last recorded196,872 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKZ 8962
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 196,872 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 184,906 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 184,646 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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FKZ 8962 is a 2001 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,595cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FKZ 8962, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FKZ 8962?

You can check the full history of FKZ 8962 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FKZ 8962 registered?

FKZ 8962 is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is FKZ 8962 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKZ 8962 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FKZ 8962 have outstanding finance?

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