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X87 DLE

2000 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

164,609 mi
Last recorded164,609 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 2000 Audi A3101,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX87 DLE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2013 164,609 miles

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

n/s sill damaged

n/s/f seat belt holster cover missing

Fail 9 Feb 2013 164,609 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

n/s sill damaged

n/s/f seat belt holster cover missing

Pass 9 Feb 2012 151,250 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

ribbed belt deteriorated

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s sill damaged

Pass 10 Feb 2011 136,377 miles

n/s headlamp fixing broken

Fail 10 Feb 2011 136,377 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

n/s headlamp fixing broken

Pass 1 Feb 2010 118,942 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 118,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 105,690 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 105,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 93,015 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 92,950 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 79,181 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 64,106 miles

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

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

o/s/r brake binding

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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X87 DLE is a 2000 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 X87 DLE, 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 X87 DLE?

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What year was X87 DLE registered?

X87 DLE is a 2000 Audi A3, first registered on 6 November 2000.

Is X87 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X87 DLE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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