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BD53 MDF

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,712 mi
Last recorded100,712 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 MDF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 100,712 miles

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

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edges

Fail 2 Sep 2014 100,712 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edges

Pass 13 Aug 2013 91,498 miles

Engine light staying on

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 83,460 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 25 Aug 2012 83,460 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 72,332 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 64,673 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 63,961 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2009 60,699 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 51,898 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 51,898 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 42,981 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/f small cut in sidewall

Pass 6 Oct 2006 33,257 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 MDF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BD53 MDF, 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

How do I check the history of BD53 MDF?

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What year was BD53 MDF registered?

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

Is BD53 MDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 MDF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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