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R551 EUD

1998 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

139,922 mi
Last recorded139,922 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 EUD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2013 139,922 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 137,513 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 135,489 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 135,489 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 133,752 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 128,266 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 122,045 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 114,664 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 107,416 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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R551 EUD is a 1998 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R551 EUD, 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 R551 EUD?

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What year was R551 EUD registered?

R551 EUD is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R551 EUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R551 EUD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R551 EUD have outstanding finance?

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