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TAR 1

2026 Audi A3

Blue Electric
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,878 mi
Last recorded29,878 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAR 1
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2026
ColourBlue
Fuel typeElectric

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 29,878 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 28,508 miles

Shields limiting inspection

Fail 30 Jan 2025 28,504 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shields limiting inspection

Pass 26 Jan 2024 26,398 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 23,543 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 23,542 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 21,018 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 18,793 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 16,773 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 14,456 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 10,952 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 7,509 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2016 5,287 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 4,150 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2014 3,982 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 3,861 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 3,803 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 3,756 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 3,412 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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TAR 1 is a 2026 Audi A3 in Blue. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 TAR 1, 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 0 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAR 1 registered?

TAR 1 is a 2026 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2026.

Is TAR 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAR 1 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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