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AV53 BLF

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,088 mi
Last recorded107,088 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 BLF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 107,088 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2017 107,084 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 102,938 miles

n/s rear tyre parishing on outer edges nwall

Pass 17 Sep 2015 96,917 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 91,143 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2014 91,143 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 84,674 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 78,504 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 73,041 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 70,509 miles

rear seat base not fitted correctly

Pass 20 Oct 2009 64,695 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 64,695 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2008 59,623 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 54,571 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Nov 2006 46,088 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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AV53 BLF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AV53 BLF, 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 AV53 BLF registered?

AV53 BLF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is AV53 BLF safe to buy?

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