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DA53 UOL

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,736 mi
Last recorded55,736 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 UOL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 55,736 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted

surface rust on underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Dec 2018 54,910 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 28 Dec 2018 54,910 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2017 53,834 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

engine management light on dash

surface rust on underside of vehicle

Pass 23 Jun 2016 51,926 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

engine management light on dash

Pass 19 Jun 2015 51,021 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2013 48,039 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

Pass 15 Nov 2012 47,037 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 44,445 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 43,695 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 41,635 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 38,715 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 37,433 miles

ADVISE FRONT B/DISCS WORN & LIPPED

ADVISE FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES

Pass 11 Nov 2006 37,984 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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DA53 UOL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DA53 UOL, 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 DA53 UOL registered?

DA53 UOL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is DA53 UOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 UOL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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