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A3 SXB

1997 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,716 mi
Last recorded35,716 miles
Recorded on19 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Audi A3108,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 SXB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2021 35,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 32,598 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 31,329 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 31,192 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 31,159 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 30,819 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 30,695 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 30,690 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 30,571 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 29,696 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs corroded

rear no plate has water ingress

rear wiper inop

Pass 27 May 2008 28,702 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear no plate has water ingress.

Wipers mear slightly.

Pass 30 May 2007 27,564 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 27,564 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear number plate has a slight water mark

Pass 23 May 2006 25,831 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 SXB is a 1997 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SXB, 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

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What year was A3 SXB registered?

A3 SXB is a 1997 Audi A3, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is A3 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 SXB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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