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Y958 XJB

2001 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

112,963 mi
Last recorded112,963 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Audi A397,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY958 XJB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 112,963 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 108,005 miles

o/s and n/s front to rear brake pipes protective coating deteriorated slightly corroded

o/s and n/s rear brake pipes protective coating deteriorated slightly corroded

Nearside Front Inner tyre wall has multiple cuts but no cords showing

Fail 3 Aug 2016 108,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s and n/s front to rear brake pipes protective coating deteriorated slightly corroded

o/s and n/s rear brake pipes protective coating deteriorated slightly corroded

Nearside Front Inner tyre wall has multiple cuts but no cords showing

Pass 13 Jul 2015 106,455 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 104,125 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 101,067 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 98,317 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 95,463 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 92,213 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

Pass 2 Jul 2009 88,449 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all brake discs corroded

both wipers split

Pass 4 Jul 2008 84,016 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 79,229 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 69,647 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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Y958 XJB is a 2001 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 97,707 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 Y958 XJB, 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 25 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 Y958 XJB registered?

Y958 XJB is a 2001 Audi A3, first registered on 26 July 2001.

Is Y958 XJB safe to buy?

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