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DA52 XFL

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,830 mi
Last recorded126,830 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 XFL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 126,830 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 118,644 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)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 109,235 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 97,037 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 88,999 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 80,028 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 80,028 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 70,108 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 60,726 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 60,726 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 50,527 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2008 50,527 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 42,257 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 42,257 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 33,635 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 33,635 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DA52 XFL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DA52 XFL, 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 DA52 XFL registered?

DA52 XFL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 21 February 2003.

Is DA52 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA52 XFL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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