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P488 JKP

1997 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

161,089 mi
Last recorded161,089 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Audi A3108,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP488 JKP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 161,089 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 156,657 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 156,657 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 152,110 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 147,589 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 142,958 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 142,718 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 138,738 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 135,630 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 132,098 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 126,184 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 119,928 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 115,161 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 12 Dec 2006 108,877 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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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P488 JKP is a 1997 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P488 JKP, 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

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What year was P488 JKP registered?

P488 JKP is a 1997 Audi A3, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P488 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P488 JKP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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