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V440 GLK

1999 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,087 mi
Last recorded116,087 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2011
Typical for 1999 Audi S3106,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV440 GLK
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2011 116,087 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s head light beam pattern dull

Fail 2 Apr 2011 116,057 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

o/s head light beam pattern dull

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 107,705 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 95,075 miles

both front tyres worn slightly on inner edges

both rear tyres wearing low and slight wear on outer edges [os worse]

Pass 24 Jan 2008 80,736 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 64,171 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 54,376 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 54,376 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 53,503 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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V440 GLK is a 1999 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 106,209 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V440 GLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V440 GLK registered?

V440 GLK is a 1999 Audi S3, first registered on 20 December 1999.

Is V440 GLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V440 GLK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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