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BD53 MBO

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

213,800 mi
Last recorded213,800 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 MBO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 213,800 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 11 Nov 2019 205,396 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower arm inner bushes lightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Fail 11 Nov 2019 205,392 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower arm inner bushes lightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 23 Nov 2018 192,780 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm rear bushes are cracking slightly but no excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 21 Nov 2017 179,027 miles

crack to screen

Pass 30 Nov 2016 165,641 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH WORN ON INNER EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT ARM REAR BUSHES (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 151,704 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 141,951 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 129,704 miles

slight brake bind o/s/rear

Pass 13 Nov 2012 119,694 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2011 115,000 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 115,000 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 113,040 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight weep n/s/ f outer drive shaft boot

Pass 13 Apr 2011 113,040 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight weep n/s/ f outer drive shaft boot

Pass 30 Mar 2010 102,415 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 89,358 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 70,900 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 55,318 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 49,583 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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BD53 MBO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 BD53 MBO, 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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BD53 MBO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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