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AO53 MVV

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

211,577 mi
Last recorded211,577 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 MVV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2014 211,577 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 191,492 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2013 191,492 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 172,559 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls deteriorated

front number plate cracked

Pass 11 Feb 2011 156,088 miles

ABS light came on during service road test but not on during MOT test

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 133,135 miles

o/s/r shock absorber cover missing/loose

Fail 22 Dec 2009 133,135 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

o/s/r shock absorber cover missing/loose

Pass 7 Jan 2009 111,590 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 83,749 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 54,322 miles

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

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

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 MVV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MVV, 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 MVV registered?

AO53 MVV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is AO53 MVV safe to buy?

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