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DG53 ZVV

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests22 (10 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

120,976 mi
Last recorded120,976 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 ZVV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 12 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2016 120,976 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 120,974 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 113,843 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 113,835 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 113,335 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 101,485 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 101,485 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 90,582 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 5 Nov 2013 90,548 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 22 Oct 2012 80,980 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 80,980 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 12 May 2012 80,975 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

air bag lamp on dash

battery not holding charge

n/s sunvisor clip broken

Pass 26 Mar 2011 78,937 miles

n/s sun visor clip broken but retains position

rear brake disks corroded

Fail 25 Mar 2011 78,927 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 78,917 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 73,948 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 73,948 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 67,133 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 58,227 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 58,208 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 45,933 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 45,919 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 ZVV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 DG53 ZVV, 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 DG53 ZVV registered?

DG53 ZVV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is DG53 ZVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 ZVV shows 22 tests with a 45.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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