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V863 DGT

1999 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,333 mi
Last recorded103,333 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV863 DGT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 103,333 miles

Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (2.4.G.1)

rear exhaust mounts detiorated

Fail 22 Aug 2016 103,327 miles

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)

Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (2.4.G.1)

rear exhaust mounts detiorated

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 95,832 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 95,832 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 0.59 (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned leaking (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 90,818 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

only just passed emmisions

Pass 11 Jul 2013 85,151 miles

2x mid exhaust + 1x rear exhaust mountings broken but still supporting exhaust system

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 6 Jul 2012 82,256 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 78,718 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 76,348 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 74,119 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 71,511 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 69,070 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 65,808 miles

Nearside 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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V863 DGT is a 1999 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V863 DGT, 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 V863 DGT registered?

V863 DGT is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V863 DGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V863 DGT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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