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BT53 VJX

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

163,356 mi
Last recorded163,356 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 VJX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 163,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 204,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 184,607 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 173,181 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 173,133 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 165,245 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 161,263 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 144,549 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 136,153 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

deep cut in n/s rear tyre tread

front and rear brake discs worn

n/s front outer cv gaiter perished

Pass 6 Dec 2010 123,699 miles

chip in a zone not exceeding 10mm

Pass 7 Dec 2009 105,616 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)

o\s\r shocker dust cover fallen down

Pass 3 Dec 2008 85,105 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 68,773 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 68,773 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 50,888 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BT53 VJX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BT53 VJX, 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

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What year was BT53 VJX registered?

BT53 VJX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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The MOT history for BT53 VJX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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