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V731 ECC

1999 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

140,847 mi
Last recorded140,847 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV731 ECC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 140,847 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 136,361 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 135,510 miles

both sills slightly damaged

offside front tyre on legal limit

Pass 15 May 2012 133,432 miles

offside front tyre on legal limit

oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2011 133,219 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 128,885 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 1 Apr 2010 128,885 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

engine oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2009 118,185 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 110,031 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 95,250 miles

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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V731 ECC is a 1999 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V731 ECC, 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 V731 ECC registered?

V731 ECC is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V731 ECC safe to buy?

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