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AO53 AEU

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,516 mi
Last recorded85,516 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 AEU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 85,516 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Jul 2018 81,335 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2017 72,490 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 69,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 63,390 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 58,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 52,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 47,101 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust deteriating

Fail 4 May 2011 43,243 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2011 43,243 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 May 2010 38,950 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight binding offside rear wheel

Pass 27 Apr 2009 35,338 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 32,917 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 25,657 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 18,528 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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AO53 AEU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 92,659 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 AO53 AEU, 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 23 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 AEU registered?

AO53 AEU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is AO53 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 AEU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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