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V298 DBN

1999 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,020 mi
Last recorded129,020 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV298 DBN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 129,020 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 124,698 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Feb 2017 124,698 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jan 2016 119,463 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 116,645 miles

centre exhaust corroded

nearside rear tyre worn low

Pass 15 Feb 2014 113,867 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 110,249 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 106,827 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 101,467 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 97,077 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 86,635 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 71,568 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 61,651 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)

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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V298 DBN is a 1999 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 V298 DBN, 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 V298 DBN registered?

V298 DBN is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 23 September 1999.

Is V298 DBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V298 DBN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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