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V97 DGF

1999 Audi S3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

159,897 mi
Last recorded159,897 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 Audi S3106,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV97 DGF
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 159,897 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 157,481 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 153,908 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 150,361 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 147,188 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 143,475 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 141,640 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2013 141,640 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 131,450 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 120,951 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 120,951 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 107,736 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 107,736 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 96,987 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 88,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 76,218 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 66,484 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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V97 DGF is a 1999 Audi S3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1999 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 106,209 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V97 DGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V97 DGF registered?

V97 DGF is a 1999 Audi S3, first registered on 22 December 1999.

Is V97 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V97 DGF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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