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P248 MLT

1996 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,177 mi
Last recorded56,177 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Audi A3109,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP248 MLT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 56,177 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges and cracking

Pass 21 Mar 2015 53,877 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 48,001 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 46,762 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 45,869 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 44,134 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 42,434 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 36,917 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 36,917 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2008 38,666 miles

Steering wheel in a condition likely to injure the driver's hands (2.1.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 35,020 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 32,318 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 29,044 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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P248 MLT is a 1996 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 109,233 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 P248 MLT, 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 30 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 P248 MLT?

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What year was P248 MLT registered?

P248 MLT is a 1996 Audi A3, first registered on 19 November 1996.

Is P248 MLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P248 MLT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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