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T949 GKP

1999 Audi A3

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

128,285 mi
Last recorded128,285 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT949 GKP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 128,285 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 123,904 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 123,893 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi and box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

bolt missing from turbo charger lower bracket.

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of items in engine bay.

exhaust fouling body / chassis at rear.

fan belt cover insecure on o/s/f. inner wing / chassis.

plastic trims fitted to both outer sills.

rear exhaust box not supported by manufactures original mounting (cable ties).

reverse lights not working.

Pass 22 Jun 2018 116,779 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 110,873 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 110,873 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 109,499 miles

front discs worn

front reg plate detiriorated

Fail 28 Jun 2016 109,499 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front discs worn

front reg plate detiriorated

Pass 28 Jul 2015 80,940 miles

Both front wiper blades split on the end but still fully clearing windscreen

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 80,563 miles

o/s//r shock leaking

o/s/f wheel bearing slight play

Fail 22 Jul 2014 80,563 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

o/s//r shock leaking

o/s/f wheel bearing slight play

Pass 9 Jul 2013 80,132 miles

front discs corroded

n/s/r shock starting too leak

o/s/r shock leaking

Fail 8 Jul 2013 80,132 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front discs corroded

n/s/r shock starting too leak

o/s/r shock leaking

Pass 25 Jul 2012 79,640 miles

slight play in offside front bearing

Pass 26 Jul 2011 78,594 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 78,594 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 77,458 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 77,458 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 21 Jul 2009 76,014 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 76,014 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 75,345 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 72,389 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 70,115 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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T949 GKP is a 1999 Audi A3 in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 T949 GKP, 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 T949 GKP registered?

T949 GKP is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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