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P101 ETF

1997 Audi A3

Yellow Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,381 mi
Last recorded73,381 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Audi A3108,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 ETF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2014 73,381 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 11 Dec 2013 70,962 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 23 Nov 2012 68,093 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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 1 Dec 2011 64,526 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 2 Dec 2010 61,724 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 14 Dec 2009 57,595 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 3 Nov 2008 54,768 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 26 Nov 2007 51,584 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 47,609 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 43,249 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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P101 ETF is a 1997 Audi A3 in Yellow with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests 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 P101 ETF, 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 P101 ETF?

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What year was P101 ETF registered?

P101 ETF is a 1997 Audi A3, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P101 ETF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P101 ETF shows 10 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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