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EJ53 DXW

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,298 mi
Last recorded134,298 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 DXW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 134,298 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 134,281 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 131,808 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 127,698 miles

Offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2012 123,391 miles

eml light on.

o/s/r tyre heaverly worn on inner edge.

small damage to o/s windscreen.

tyre size 225/45zr17 extra load.

Fail 21 Sep 2012 123,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

eml light on.

o/s/r tyre heaverly worn on inner edge.

small damage to o/s windscreen.

tyre size 225/45zr17 extra load.

Pass 27 Sep 2011 116,853 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 106,268 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 98,864 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 77,475 miles

both front tyres wearing close to minimum limit

Pass 21 Nov 2006 69,980 miles

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

nearside wing and bumper damaged bumper slightly sticking out

nearside wing mirror taped in place but is secure

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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EJ53 DXW is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EJ53 DXW, 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 EJ53 DXW registered?

EJ53 DXW is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is EJ53 DXW safe to buy?

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