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W551 URK

1999 Audi Tt

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

157,891 mi
Last recorded157,891 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2023
Typical for 1999 Audi Tt98,420 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW551 URK
MakeAudi
ModelTt
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2023 157,891 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 155,351 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 151,222 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 144,065 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 132,009 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 127,999 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 121,305 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 115,287 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 110,142 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 102,782 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 98,860 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 93,190 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 88,074 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 83,622 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 1 Jun 2010 83,613 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 78,378 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 67,922 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 66,940 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 62,538 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 62,538 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Audi Tt?

Based on 2,336,395 MOT tests across 161,515 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
4,869
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
161,515
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,061
position lamp(s) not working 54,144
coil spring broken 21,869
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,796
Registration plate lamp not working 16,355
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W551 URK is a 1999 Audi Tt in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Audi Tt models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 98,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Tt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,061 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W551 URK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W551 URK registered?

W551 URK is a 1999 Audi Tt, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W551 URK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W551 URK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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