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R41 TKR

1998 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

258,638 mi
Last recorded258,638 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 TKR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 258,638 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 246,524 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 232,390 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 220,945 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 206,700 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 188,552 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 171,198 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 151,957 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2009 151,957 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise n/s/r brake hose is replaced at same time as o/s/r

Pass 9 Apr 2008 140,895 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 129,966 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 15 Feb 2006 119,111 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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R41 TKR is a 1998 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc 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 R41 TKR, 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 R41 TKR registered?

R41 TKR is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R41 TKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R41 TKR 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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