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P731 TGF

1996 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

139,358 mi
Last recorded139,358 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Audi A3109,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP731 TGF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2008 139,358 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 133,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 133,105 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 129,118 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 129,118 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P731 TGF is a 1996 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P731 TGF, 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 P731 TGF registered?

P731 TGF is a 1996 Audi A3, first registered on 26 November 1996.

Is P731 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P731 TGF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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