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CN53 FUV

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

53,467 mi
Last recorded53,467 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 FUV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2022 53,467 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 53,212 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 53,211 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 51,731 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 51,697 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 49,219 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 46,631 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 46,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 43,455 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 43,455 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 40,089 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 40,089 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 37,086 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 37,085 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front NoPlate Damaged

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

Nearside Rear Shock Cover Insecure

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 34,319 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 34,317 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 31,723 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 29,456 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 26,719 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 23,869 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 20,991 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 17,731 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 14,098 miles

front wiper blades smearing screen

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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CN53 FUV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 CN53 FUV, 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 CN53 FUV registered?

CN53 FUV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is CN53 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN53 FUV shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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