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FV53 CRX

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,447 mi
Last recorded111,447 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 111,447 miles

undertrays fitted

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted

lower rear gearbox subframe bush

slight play at both front inner track rods

Pass 20 Jan 2015 103,322 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 90,986 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

front brakes disc's slightly lipped/corroded

Fail 20 Jan 2014 90,986 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

front brakes disc's slightly lipped/corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2013 71,812 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 67,373 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 58,717 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 56,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Oct 2009 51,602 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tyre very low on pressure

screw in o/s/f tyre tread

Pass 6 Oct 2008 47,601 miles

both front and nearside rear tyres perished not possible to see inner cords yet

both front tyres and nearside rear tyre worn on edges on raised platform sections of tread

Pass 4 Oct 2007 45,186 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 40,125 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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FV53 CRX 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 91.7%.

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 CRX, 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 CRX registered?

FV53 CRX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is FV53 CRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 CRX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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