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DN53 FWJ

2003 Audi A3

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

113,640 mi
Last recorded113,640 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 FWJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 113,640 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 110,621 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 110,621 miles

Emissions not tested excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 105,663 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 105,663 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 101,237 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear exhaust corroded

underbody deteriorating slightly

vehicle undertrays fitted

Fail 21 Oct 2020 101,237 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear exhaust corroded

underbody deteriorating slightly

vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2019 94,523 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 90,360 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 86,035 miles

middle/rear exhaust clamp bracket broken

Pass 8 Nov 2016 82,074 miles

middle to rear exhaust connecting sleeve deteriorated

rear tyres slightly mis-shaped on inner edges

Pass 11 Nov 2015 77,186 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 72,616 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 66,236 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 66,236 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 61,141 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 55,990 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 49,911 miles

n/s/r/ tyre uneven tread wear inside edge

Pass 9 Nov 2009 43,375 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 37,070 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 37,065 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2007 31,554 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Nov 2006 23,928 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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DN53 FWJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DN53 FWJ, 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 DN53 FWJ registered?

DN53 FWJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is DN53 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 FWJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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