MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
181,085 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
brake pedal has a long travel
o/s/f sill damaged
poor brakes
various suspension and brake components coroded
both front tyres pairished and braking up
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
brake pedal has a long travel
o/s/f sill damaged
various suspension and brake components coroded
both front tyres pairished and braking up
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS
'service due' light on
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
both rear tyres slightly out of shape
front disc slightly corroded and lipped on inner edges
has the cambelt been replaced? we advise every 5 years or 50k miles
bind on offside rear brake
both rear tyres worn unevenly on inner edges
rear centre seatbelt not visible to test
wear in offside rear axle bush
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
bind on offside rear brake
both rear tyres worn unevenly on inner edges
rear centre seatbelt not visible to test
wear in offside rear axle bush
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Audi A3?
Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P945 BTA is a 1996 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 P945 BTA, 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.
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What year was P945 BTA registered?
P945 BTA is a 1996 Audi A3, first registered on 22 November 1996.
Is P945 BTA safe to buy?
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