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DN52 BWU

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

183,542 mi
Last recorded183,542 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 BWU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 183,542 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 171,270 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2015 171,270 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 160,917 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 160,913 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 149,905 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 138,943 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight play in both front antiroll bar d bushs

Pass 16 Jan 2012 138,943 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

slight play in both front antiroll bar d bushs

Pass 17 Jan 2011 128,146 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 117,725 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 107,673 miles

o.s outer gaiter leaking grease

Pass 15 Jan 2008 96,235 miles

tyre readings all 9mm

Pass 9 Jan 2007 83,499 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 71,835 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DN52 BWU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DN52 BWU, 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 DN52 BWU registered?

DN52 BWU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is DN52 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 BWU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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