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CU53 UPP

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,530 mi
Last recorded77,530 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 UPP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 77,530 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 74,524 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 72,307 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 68,844 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 68,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2013 63,612 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 59,836 miles

N/s cv gaiter has deteriorated & leaking slightly

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Smoke meter reading not recorded due to clean efficient gasses..................@@..................Thanx 4yur custom

Pass 15 Jan 2013 59,836 miles

N/s cv gaiter has deteriorated & leaking slightly

Smoke meter reading not recorded due to clean efficient gasses..................@@..................Thanx 4yur custom

Pass 9 Nov 2011 56,021 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre wearing low

Fail 9 Nov 2011 56,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 5 Oct 2010 51,583 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 46,055 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 38,232 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 31,151 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 24,625 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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CU53 UPP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CU53 UPP, 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 CU53 UPP registered?

CU53 UPP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is CU53 UPP safe to buy?

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