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EX53 OSG

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

177,433 mi
Last recorded177,433 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 OSG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 177,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2020 177,433 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 164,279 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 155,234 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

O/S/F tyre below legal limit inner edge

O/S/R tyre below legal limit inner edge

O/S/R tyre side wall in poor condition

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT - 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 155,233 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported Centre + rear hangers broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

O/S/F tyre below legal limit inner edge

O/S/R tyre below legal limit inner edge

O/S/R tyre side wall in poor condition

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT - 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 150,830 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 150,830 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 141,785 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Feb 2015 137,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear bumper damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jan 2014 110,839 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 110,839 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 87,374 miles

crack in windscreen but below drivers view of road

Pass 17 Feb 2012 61,370 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 36,403 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 341,241 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 29,266 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 25,527 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 24,455 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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EX53 OSG is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EX53 OSG, 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 EX53 OSG registered?

EX53 OSG is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 OSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 OSG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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