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V97 EAN

1999 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

90,049 mi
Last recorded90,049 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 1999 Audi A3103,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV97 EAN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 90,049 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

nearside front suspension arm main mounting bush deteriated - not resulting in excessive free movement

Fail 19 Dec 2020 90,049 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

nearside front suspension arm main mounting bush deteriated - not resulting in excessive free movement

Pass 23 Dec 2019 87,969 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

nearside front suspension arm mounting bush deteriated- cracked

Pass 10 Sep 2019 87,390 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 85,316 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 83,778 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 83,761 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 81,939 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 80,136 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 78,143 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 75,668 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 73,416 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 73,408 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 70,453 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 65,215 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 62,163 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 58,388 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 54,638 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 49,648 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 47,089 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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V97 EAN is a 1999 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V97 EAN, 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 V97 EAN registered?

V97 EAN is a 1999 Audi A3, first registered on 20 September 1999.

Is V97 EAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V97 EAN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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