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AO53 FDD

2003 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,495 mi
Last recorded89,495 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 FDD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 89,495 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 79,014 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 79,013 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracks in tread (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre has slight distortion of tread

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 69,322 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

centre exhaust clamp corroding away

small cut in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Sep 2013 56,740 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 47,586 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2012 47,586 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 38,962 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 38,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 31,479 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 27,403 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 24,121 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 19,213 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 12,616 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 12,616 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 FDD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FDD, 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.

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What year was AO53 FDD registered?

AO53 FDD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is AO53 FDD safe to buy?

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