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R551 MBD

1998 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

106,430 mi
Last recorded106,430 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Audi A3107,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 MBD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 106,430 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 106,430 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 93,587 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 92,339 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 89,323 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 84,991 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 84,991 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 78,501 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 77,861 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 77,861 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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 MBD is a 1998 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MBD, 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 R551 MBD registered?

R551 MBD is a 1998 Audi A3, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R551 MBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R551 MBD shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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