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CU53 ZPK

2003 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

160,724 mi
Last recorded160,724 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 ZPK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 160,724 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust sleeve broken but secure

Pass 1 Jun 2019 141,742 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 131,550 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 120,565 miles

n/s/f tyre on 3.0mm

o/s/r tyre unevenly worn

Pass 4 Jan 2013 116,897 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 97,314 miles

rear tyres deformed

Pass 17 Sep 2010 93,347 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 78,952 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front brake discs are showing signs of wear & front pads look low.

N/s front tyre is close to the limit.

O/s front tyre is on the limit of wear.

Rear brake pads look low.

Pass 25 Aug 2009 78,952 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

Front brake discs are showing signs of wear & front pads look low.

N/s front tyre is close to the limit.

O/s front tyre is on the limit of wear.

Rear brake pads look low.

Fail 1 Sep 2008 63,764 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/s front tyre is close to the limit.

O/s rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge & is close to the limit.

Pass 1 Sep 2008 63,764 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

O/s front tyre is close to the limit.

O/s rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge & is close to the limit.

Pass 5 Sep 2007 46,755 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 39,142 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 38,189 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 38,189 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 ZPK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red 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 CU53 ZPK, 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 ZPK registered?

CU53 ZPK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CU53 ZPK safe to buy?

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