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V926 DPN

1999 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

158,902 mi
Last recorded158,902 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV926 DPN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011 158,902 miles

co emmisions on upper limit borderline pass

engine dipstick tube damaged,oil level may be overfilled and could cause damage

front indicator bulbs badly faded borderline pass

offside front suspension lower arm rear bush badly worn borderline pass

parking brakes didnot lock out

rear brake discs very poor condition,borderline pass

rear number plate delaminating

sevice warning illuminated

slight drag offside rear brake

Pass 16 Sep 2010 154,943 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 154,938 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 141,622 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 141,620 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 130,668 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 112,688 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 96,388 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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V926 DPN is a 1999 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V926 DPN, 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 V926 DPN registered?

V926 DPN is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V926 DPN safe to buy?

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