1999 Audi A3 1.8L Petrol · V45 DCL
1999 Audi A3 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 1999. Recorded mileage 129,511 miles. MOT valid until 07 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,511 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V45 DCL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2025
- 129,511 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V45 DCL 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 (V45 DCL) between January 2024 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
V45 DCL Mileage History
- 12/01/2024110,403 mi
- 24/01/2025121,334 mi+10,931 mi
- 27/01/2025121,342 mi+8 mi
- 08/12/2025129,503 mi+8,161 mi
- 08/12/2025129,511 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 10,028 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: Average
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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
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- Central Convenience Module (CCM) Water Ingress from Scuttle Drain ClogsSerious
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