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X579 MDX

2000 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

94,895 mi
Last recorded94,895 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 2000 Audi A3101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX579 MDX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 94,895 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 94,895 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 92,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 89,783 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2018 89,761 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 86,361 miles

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

Offside Front 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 25 Jun 2016 82,210 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 75,204 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 75,204 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 62,756 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 62,756 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 55,845 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 55,845 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2012 51,941 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 May 2012 51,941 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2011 44,924 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 34,864 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 27,917 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 27,915 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 24,477 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 20,707 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 17,434 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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X579 MDX is a 2000 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 X579 MDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X579 MDX registered?

X579 MDX is a 2000 Audi A3, first registered on 4 September 2000.

Is X579 MDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X579 MDX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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