1998 Audi A3 1.8L Petrol · S72 AAE
1998 Audi A3 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1998. Recorded mileage 79,716 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,716 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S72 AAE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 79,716 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.
S72 AAE 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 1998 Audi A3 (S72 AAE) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
S72 AAE Mileage History
- 02/11/202278,605 mi
- 29/11/202379,313 mi+708 mi
- 30/11/202379,313 mi
- 03/12/202479,507 mi+194 mi
- 02/12/202579,716 mi+209 mi
Average of roughly 361 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Audi Audi A3 Mk1 (8L)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Front Suspension Wishbone Void Bush Degradation & Ball Joint PlayModerate
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
Decaying autumn leaves block the rubber scuttle drain bungs beneath the windscreen wiper motor. Rainwater backs up and spills through the pollen filter housing or wiring grommets directly onto the Central Convenience Module under the carpet.
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