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W236 XHP

2000 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

111,996 mi
Last recorded111,996 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Audi A3101,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW236 XHP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 111,996 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured lens also broken but does not emit light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 111,996 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured lens also broken but does not emit light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 102,251 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2022 102,251 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2021 94,167 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 90,390 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 87,658 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 83,151 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 83,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 79,931 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 78,330 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 May 2015 76,703 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 75,489 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 74,005 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 73,998 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 72,612 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 71,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 70,262 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 68,477 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 66,516 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 64,379 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 64,379 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 60,805 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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W236 XHP is a 2000 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 W236 XHP, 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 W236 XHP registered?

W236 XHP is a 2000 Audi A3, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W236 XHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W236 XHP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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