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R139 YBW

1998 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

193,105 mi
Last recorded193,105 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR139 YBW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 193,105 miles

front no plate damaged,deteriating

various rims slightly damaged/inner /outer edges

various tyres have cuts in sidewalls dont look to cords

Pass 13 Sep 2012 182,388 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 173,985 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside rear tyre is deteroirated

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Slight play in offside front top shock absorber mount

Fail 24 Sep 2011 173,985 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside rear tyre is deteroirated

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Slight play in offside front top shock absorber mount

Pass 25 Sep 2010 167,969 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 167,969 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 156,639 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 17 Sep 2009 156,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 15 Sep 2008 142,713 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 131,690 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 118,959 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 106,927 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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R139 YBW is a 1998 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R139 YBW, 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

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What year was R139 YBW registered?

R139 YBW is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R139 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R139 YBW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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