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X596 AEU

2000 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

133,509 mi
Last recorded133,509 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Audi A3101,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX596 AEU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 133,509 miles

Nearside Front slight play at wheel

Pass 11 Dec 2015 131,107 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 127,988 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 121,657 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 120,278 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 114,656 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 109,984 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 109,963 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 98,102 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 97,854 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2006 87,328 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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X596 AEU is a 2000 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X596 AEU, 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

How do I check the history of X596 AEU?

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What year was X596 AEU registered?

X596 AEU is a 2000 Audi A3, first registered on 27 October 2000.

Is X596 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X596 AEU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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