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R524 JPF

1998 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,068 mi
Last recorded94,068 miles
Recorded on8 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR524 JPF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 May 2009 94,068 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front numberplate has raised letters but correct size, width etc.

Pass 1 May 2008 91,273 miles

nearside and offside front tie rod arms have slight play.

Pass 20 Nov 2006 80,806 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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R524 JPF is a 1998 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R524 JPF, 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 R524 JPF?

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What year was R524 JPF registered?

R524 JPF is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R524 JPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R524 JPF shows 3 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 R524 JPF have outstanding finance?

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