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V514 KOF

1999 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,439 mi
Last recorded114,439 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV514 KOF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 114,439 miles

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

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

oil leak

Fail 3 May 2016 114,439 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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

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

oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2015 113,033 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2014 111,623 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 111,623 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 110,162 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 108,594 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 106,549 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 104,396 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 103,068 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 103,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2009 103,068 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2008 101,132 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 101,132 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 99,093 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 96,852 miles

rear tyres starting to crack around outer walls

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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V514 KOF is a 1999 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 V514 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V514 KOF registered?

V514 KOF is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V514 KOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V514 KOF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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