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AO53 AFV

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,557 mi
Last recorded142,557 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 AFV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 142,557 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Sep 2016 142,557 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 128,844 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 128,844 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 116,268 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 106,920 miles

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

N/S/R shock cover broken

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2013 106,916 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

N/S/R shock cover broken

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 100,299 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 94,616 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 88,205 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 81,120 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 75,613 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 67,439 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 57,850 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 AFV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AFV, 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 AFV registered?

AO53 AFV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is AO53 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 AFV 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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