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S734 XDA

1999 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,036 mi
Last recorded155,036 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS734 XDA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 155,036 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both in wheel arches corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both on axel part of hoses corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 154,859 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 154,607 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 153,898 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 153,898 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 153,415 miles

signs of corrosion to front and rear brake disks

slight sponginess to brake pedal

Pass 1 Sep 2014 152,980 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 151,142 miles

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

both rear tyres near limit

nearside rear disk showing slight corrosion

nearside rear road spring showing corrosion

slight fluid dampness to power steering hoses

Pass 9 Sep 2013 151,142 miles

both rear tyres near limit

nearside rear disk showing slight corrosion

nearside rear road spring showing corrosion

slight fluid dampness to power steering hoses

Pass 10 Sep 2012 148,368 miles

signs of slight perrishing to lower wishbone rear bush o/s

slight discoloration to both front indicators

Pass 4 Apr 2011 143,585 miles

signs of slight dampness to nearside rear caliper

signs of slight wear to offside front wishbone rear bush

Pass 6 Apr 2010 138,819 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Small cracks in both rear tyre walls.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Apr 2010 138,819 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Small cracks in both rear tyre walls.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 131,783 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 131,783 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 122,896 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 122,896 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Centre and rear exhaust corroded

Handbrake close to stop

Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Pass 27 Feb 2007 115,192 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 115,192 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2006 105,119 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 105,111 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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S734 XDA is a 1999 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 103,996 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S734 XDA, 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 27 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S734 XDA registered?

S734 XDA is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 14 January 1999.

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