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MAP 493

1997 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

276,689 mi
Last recorded276,689 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Audi A3108,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAP 493
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 276,689 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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MAP 493 is a 1997 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 108,500 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 MAP 493, 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 29 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 MAP 493?

You can check the full history of MAP 493 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MAP 493 registered?

MAP 493 is a 1997 Audi A3, first registered on 25 July 1997.

Is MAP 493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAP 493 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MAP 493 have outstanding finance?

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