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BF53 RNX

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

137,001 mi
Last recorded137,001 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 RNX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 137,001 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 130,970 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 129,431 miles

Nearside Front sill damage-not structural or within prescribed areas

Pass 27 May 2015 154,157 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 147,709 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 134,838 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 134,836 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

engine management light on, on dashboard

Pass 26 May 2012 123,673 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2011 113,085 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 101,693 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 88,917 miles

o/s driveshaft gaitor splitting

Pass 15 May 2008 78,440 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 63,331 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 59,134 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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BF53 RNX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BF53 RNX, 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 BF53 RNX registered?

BF53 RNX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BF53 RNX safe to buy?

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