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DV52 VSK

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

171,724 mi
Last recorded171,724 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV52 VSK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 171,724 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 165,605 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 21 Apr 2016 159,524 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 153,091 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 146,597 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 139,671 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 139,671 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 131,442 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2012 131,442 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 123,230 miles

front anti roll bar rubbers slightly worn

no lock nut in car

Fail 4 Mar 2011 123,230 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front anti roll bar rubbers slightly worn

Pass 31 Mar 2010 115,561 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 105,729 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 99,981 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 79,716 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 63,365 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 63,365 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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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DV52 VSK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 DV52 VSK, 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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What year was DV52 VSK registered?

DV52 VSK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is DV52 VSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV52 VSK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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