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A3 EFU

1997 Audi A3

Yellow Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,583 mi
Last recorded145,583 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Audi A3108,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 EFU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2009 145,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 145,432 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 123,465 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 123,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 117,354 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 109,247 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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A3 EFU is a 1997 Audi A3 in Yellow with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 108,500 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 A3 EFU, 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 29 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 A3 EFU?

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What year was A3 EFU registered?

A3 EFU is a 1997 Audi A3, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is A3 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 EFU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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