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T221 XCD

1999 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

93,430 mi
Last recorded93,430 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT221 XCD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 93,430 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 92,087 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 90,502 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 88,196 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2023 88,196 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Flat spot on 1mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 85,640 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 83,238 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 80,695 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 79,660 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 77,881 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 74,153 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 71,253 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 69,117 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 66,240 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 63,662 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 62,338 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 59,885 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Radiator Insecure

Pass 14 Apr 2010 57,460 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 53,244 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 50,495 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 46,224 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 41,981 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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T221 XCD is a 1999 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 T221 XCD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T221 XCD registered?

T221 XCD is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 23 April 1999.

Is T221 XCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T221 XCD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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