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FV53 AOR

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,964 mi
Last recorded95,964 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 AOR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 95,964 miles

Slight deterioration on front lower arm inner bushes.

Pass 7 Oct 2013 91,480 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Oct 2012 87,415 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 85,013 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 85,013 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside and offside rear brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 16 Oct 2010 82,418 miles

rear brake discs pitted

Fail 16 Oct 2010 82,418 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 19 Oct 2009 78,491 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 73,401 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 64,118 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 64,116 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 57,058 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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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FV53 AOR is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV53 AOR, 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 FV53 AOR registered?

FV53 AOR is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is FV53 AOR safe to buy?

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