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DG53 AOV

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,527 mi
Last recorded118,527 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 AOV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 118,527 miles

brake pads

exhaust

headlight images poor

nearside rear tyre edge

Fail 22 Dec 2015 118,527 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake pads

exhaust

headlight images poor

nearside rear tyre edge

Pass 10 Dec 2014 106,746 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 106,731 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 96,037 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 86,555 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 3 Dec 2011 75,753 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2010 69,908 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 69,908 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 64,120 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2008 56,258 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2007 46,127 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 34,512 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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DG53 AOV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DG53 AOV, 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 DG53 AOV registered?

DG53 AOV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DG53 AOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 AOV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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