1999 Audi A3 1.8L Petrol · A1 SMW
1999 Audi A3 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 21 May 1999. Recorded mileage 172,190 miles. MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,190 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A1 SMW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/12/2025
- 172,190 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A1 SMW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Audi A3 (A1 SMW) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
A1 SMW Mileage History
- 23/12/2022170,782 mi
- 28/11/2023171,206 mi+424 mi
- 09/12/2024171,567 mi+361 mi
- 16/12/2025172,185 mi+618 mi
- 23/12/2025172,190 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 469 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Audi Audi A3 Mk1 (8L)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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The front lower wishbone rear voided rubber bushes split and tear under heavy braking and cornering, while ball joints develop play, leading to knock noises over speed cushions and uneven front tyre wear.
- 1.8T Push-Fit Ignition Coil Pack Insulation BreakdownModerate
The individual push-fit ignition coil packs located atop each spark plug suffer thermal fatigue from turbocharger heat, breaking down internally and creating sudden engine misfires under load.
- Central Convenience Module (CCM) Water Ingress from Scuttle Drain ClogsSerious
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