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DV53 NRK

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,592 mi
Last recorded107,592 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 NRK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 107,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 102,201 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 92,410 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 77,551 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 64,713 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2013 51,593 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 47,883 miles

Nearside rear brake binding.

Offside rear brake binding.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 43,678 miles

Damage to nearside front sill.

Pass 27 Oct 2010 39,392 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 34,615 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 30,332 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 30 Oct 2008 30,332 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Oct 2007 24,448 miles

Damage to nearside sill.

Pass 6 Nov 2006 18,933 miles

chip in windscreen

front tyres worn on inner edges

wipers slightly smearing

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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DV53 NRK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DV53 NRK, 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 DV53 NRK registered?

DV53 NRK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is DV53 NRK safe to buy?

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