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V483 KOF

1999 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

162,860 mi
Last recorded162,860 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2007
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV483 KOF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2007 162,860 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Front brake discs displaying some deterioration.

Front exhaust flexible section is encased in strengthening mesh which has failed completely.

Front powered steering pipe displaying advanced state of corrosion.

Low fluid noted in windscreen washer reservoir.

Nearside front seat belt stalk showing major damage to protective plastic covering of wire bonds giving impression that they have failed.Taped covering recommended.

Nearside rear sill panel showing signs of previous damage repair which has not been finished to main agent standard.

Noted noise to starter motor when operated.

Offside front plastic engine under tray mostly missing-remains form insecure sharp edged piece in proximity of brake hose etc.

Presenter offered opportunity of moving official stickers from current collective within swept area of windscreen.

Pass 1 Dec 2006 151,750 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 19,778 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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V483 KOF is a 1999 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 V483 KOF, 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 V483 KOF registered?

V483 KOF is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 14 September 1999.

Is V483 KOF safe to buy?

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