MOT Status
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161,109 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
middle and rear exhaust boxes,corroded
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
middle and rear exhaust boxes,corroded
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear tyre,un-even wear 225/50r17
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leak
washer low
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Oil leak
Both rear tyres out of shape.
Oil leak
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Both rear tyres out of shape.
Oil leak
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
both rear tyres worn on inner edges
Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
O/S/R tyre out of shape.
Oil leak.
Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
O/S/R tyre out of shape.
Oil leak.
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Oil leak
Rear tyres are starting to wear on inner edge
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Oil leak
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Oil leak
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
n/s/f wing damaged & o/s/r tyre perished/split
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
n/s/f wing damaged & o/s/r tyre perished/split
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
centre seatbelt strap not working correctly
Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS
centre seatbelt strap not working correctly
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Audi A3?
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EF53 WTZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.6%.
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 EF53 WTZ, 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 EF53 WTZ registered?
EF53 WTZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 December 2003.
Is EF53 WTZ safe to buy?
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