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AV53 VWK

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

117,966 mi
Last recorded117,966 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 VWK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 117,966 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)

Fail 19 May 2017 117,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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)

Pass 19 May 2016 112,554 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 105,455 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

suspention very low

Pass 21 May 2015 105,455 miles

suspention very low

Pass 28 May 2014 99,810 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 96,195 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front suspension arm rear starting to debond

Fail 31 Oct 2013 96,193 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front suspension arm rear starting to debond

Pass 22 Oct 2012 86,658 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 80,549 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 80,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 72,991 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 65,023 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 65,023 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 55,777 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 55,777 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 47,044 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 47,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 37,473 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 VWK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VWK, 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 VWK registered?

AV53 VWK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is AV53 VWK safe to buy?

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