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R45 XWJ

1998 Audi A3

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

222,564 mi
Last recorded222,564 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR45 XWJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2012 222,564 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 213,531 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s o/s rear discs are slightly corroded.

Pass 5 Jan 2011 193,864 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 167,231 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 139,944 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 132,345 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 119,904 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 110,946 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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R45 XWJ is a 1998 Audi A3 in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R45 XWJ, 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 R45 XWJ registered?

R45 XWJ is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R45 XWJ safe to buy?

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