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DU53 HNK

2003 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

142,909 mi
Last recorded142,909 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 HNK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 142,909 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front outer sills (5.2.6)

coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Aug 2017 142,456 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front outer sills (5.2.6)

coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 130,040 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 126,043 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 126,043 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 120,685 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 120,685 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2013 115,727 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 115,727 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 109,118 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 109,118 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 102,525 miles

front discs corroded

n/s/r brake binding slightly

rear discs lipped

rear shocks bump stops seperated

Fail 26 Sep 2011 102,525 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front discs corroded

n/s/f tyre worn inner/outer edges

n/s/r brake binding slightly

rear discs lipped

rear shocks bump stops seperated

Pass 16 Sep 2010 94,315 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 94,315 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 84,356 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 69,615 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 69,615 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 64,934 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 53,855 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 HNK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DU53 HNK, 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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DU53 HNK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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