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DU53 AHP

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,617 mi
Last recorded131,617 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 AHP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 131,617 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2016 120,258 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2016 120,251 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 104,975 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 99,090 miles

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

noise from n/s rear wheel when spun

Fail 3 Mar 2014 99,090 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

noise from n/s rear wheel when spun

Pass 18 Mar 2013 91,940 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 85,272 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 79,586 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 74,985 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 74,985 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 67,617 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 67,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 61,451 miles

rear brake pads geting low osf tyre just legal

Pass 19 Mar 2007 55,400 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 41,984 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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DU53 AHP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DU53 AHP, 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 DU53 AHP registered?

DU53 AHP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is DU53 AHP safe to buy?

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