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R281 FRT

1998 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

216,163 mi
Last recorded216,163 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 FRT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 May 2011 216,163 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 179,421 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 162,211 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 137,725 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 124,006 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 102,443 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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R281 FRT is a 1998 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R281 FRT, 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 R281 FRT registered?

R281 FRT is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 17 July 1998.

Is R281 FRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R281 FRT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R281 FRT have outstanding finance?

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