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R114 TLB

1998 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,370 mi
Last recorded37,370 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR114 TLB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 37,370 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 36,494 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 35,225 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 33,886 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 33,882 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 32,235 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 30,759 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 29,343 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 28,093 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 26,487 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 23,310 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 20,290 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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R114 TLB is a 1998 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 107,490 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 R114 TLB, 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 28 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 R114 TLB?

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What year was R114 TLB registered?

R114 TLB is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is R114 TLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R114 TLB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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