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W194 TLG

2000 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

222,440 mi
Last recorded222,440 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Audi A3101,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW194 TLG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 222,440 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 222,440 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 219,038 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 219,037 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 213,947 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 21 Oct 2013 213,947 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2012 204,337 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 204,337 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 188,733 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 188,733 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 173,465 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 163,823 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 156,193 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 143,602 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 132,270 miles

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

LOWER ENGINE BAY HAS A PLASTIC TRAY FITTED

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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W194 TLG is a 2000 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 101,018 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W194 TLG, 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 26 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W194 TLG registered?

W194 TLG is a 2000 Audi A3, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is W194 TLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W194 TLG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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