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V540 GLK

2000 Audi A3

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,690 mi
Last recorded98,690 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 Audi A3101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV540 GLK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 98,690 miles

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

Front bumper dent not sharp edges

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 92,439 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 83,764 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 76,822 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 70,298 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 62,837 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 55,096 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)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2010 54,886 miles

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 28 Jul 2009 49,985 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 49,799 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)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 39,195 miles

engine oil level on minimum

Pass 2 Feb 2007 34,417 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 31,893 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 31,893 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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V540 GLK is a 2000 Audi A3 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V540 GLK, 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.

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What year was V540 GLK registered?

V540 GLK is a 2000 Audi A3, first registered on 26 January 2000.

Is V540 GLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V540 GLK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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