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V53 LVY

1999 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,065 mi
Last recorded139,065 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV53 LVY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 139,065 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 139,065 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 128,507 miles

rear number plate deteriated

Fail 16 Oct 2014 128,507 miles

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

o/s brake disc fluctuation

o/s headlight bulb image off

rear number plate deteriated

Pass 15 Oct 2013 115,967 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2012 103,912 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 103,912 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 91,518 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 79,786 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

UNDER SHEILD MISSING

Pass 23 Oct 2009 69,641 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 58,817 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 58,817 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 53,701 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 48,074 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 48,074 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear 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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V53 LVY is a 1999 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V53 LVY, 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

How do I check the history of V53 LVY?

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What year was V53 LVY registered?

V53 LVY is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V53 LVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V53 LVY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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