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CV53 SXA

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

140,520 mi
Last recorded140,520 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 SXA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 140,520 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 124,706 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 113,644 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 104,409 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 91,300 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 89,685 miles

rear discs pitted rear pads getting low, oil leak, engine noise

Fail 30 Sep 2011 89,685 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear discs pitted rear pads getting low, oil leak, engine noise

Pass 8 May 2010 60,569 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

o/s/r lense damaged but not showing white

slight play steering

Pass 12 Mar 2009 50,853 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 45,125 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 354,457 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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CV53 SXA is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CV53 SXA, 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 CV53 SXA registered?

CV53 SXA is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is CV53 SXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 SXA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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