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V505 DSM

1999 Audi S3

Yellow Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,300 mi
Last recorded59,300 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2011
Typical for 1999 Audi S3106,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV505 DSM
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2011 59,300 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 56,149 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 52,777 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 46,858 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 39,234 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 39,213 miles

Nearside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 32,241 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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V505 DSM is a 1999 Audi S3 in Yellow with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V505 DSM, 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

How do I check the history of V505 DSM?

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What year was V505 DSM registered?

V505 DSM is a 1999 Audi S3, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V505 DSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V505 DSM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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