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V128 DLE

1999 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

158,613 mi
Last recorded158,613 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV128 DLE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2016 158,613 miles

Both front headlamp outputs are slightly reduced

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front steering tie rod inner ball joint has slight play

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 152,255 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 144,493 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 135,650 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 123,934 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 112,957 miles

Slight play detected in nearside front lower arm

Pass 28 Oct 2009 103,971 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 96,366 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 86,778 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 77,279 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 70,710 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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V128 DLE is a 1999 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V128 DLE, 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 V128 DLE registered?

V128 DLE is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V128 DLE safe to buy?

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