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DY53 SWX

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

119,431 mi
Last recorded119,431 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 SWX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 119,431 miles

drive shaft boot detereated not excessive

unable to fully see brakes recommend inspection

Fail 23 Oct 2018 118,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

brake pad wear warning on message display

Pass 12 Oct 2017 109,555 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 109,555 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 101,606 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 101,606 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 94,546 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 87,590 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 87,590 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2013 81,470 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 81,470 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 74,471 miles

both front tyres and offside rear tyres are cracked badly in the tread

Fail 29 Oct 2012 74,470 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

both front tyres and offside rear tyres are cracked badly in the tread

Pass 13 Oct 2011 70,162 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 68,555 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 63,641 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 57,754 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 57,752 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 52,522 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 44,894 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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DY53 SWX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 DY53 SWX, 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

How do I check the history of DY53 SWX?

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What year was DY53 SWX registered?

DY53 SWX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is DY53 SWX safe to buy?

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