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P32 TFV

1996 Audi A3

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,024 mi
Last recorded123,024 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2011
Typical for 1996 Audi A3109,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP32 TFV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2011 123,024 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

n/s/r brake back plate/dust shield rusty

Fail 24 Jan 2011 123,017 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s headlamp reflector insecure

n/s/r brake back plate/dust shield rusty

unable to open tailgate inspection carried out via rear seats

Pass 25 Jan 2010 103,907 miles

surface corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 26 Jan 2009 94,520 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 91,923 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 91,923 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 80,983 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 68,771 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 68,771 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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P32 TFV is a 1996 Audi A3 in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P32 TFV, 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

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What year was P32 TFV registered?

P32 TFV is a 1996 Audi A3, first registered on 15 October 1996.

Is P32 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P32 TFV shows 9 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.

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