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FJ53 SXU

2003 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,600 mi
Last recorded116,600 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi S389,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 SXU
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 116,600 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 106,197 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 88,992 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 74,781 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 36,582 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 29,517 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 236,122 miles
Fail 27 May 2011

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2010 25,338 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 23,040 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 19,480 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 15,923 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 15,923 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 11,754 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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FJ53 SXU is a 2003 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 89,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 SXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Audi S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ53 SXU registered?

FJ53 SXU is a 2003 Audi S3, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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The MOT history for FJ53 SXU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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