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AO53 UXB

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

157,441 mi
Last recorded157,441 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 UXB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2013 157,441 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 145,091 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 145,091 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 129,185 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 107,680 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 27 Oct 2009 94,887 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ON WEAR BARS

Pass 17 Oct 2008 78,824 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 61,059 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 42,222 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 UXB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UXB, 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 UXB registered?

AO53 UXB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is AO53 UXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 UXB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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