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FX53 PDU

2003 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

162,260 mi
Last recorded162,260 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 PDU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 162,260 miles

Offside Front coil spring fitted upside down

Fail 15 Oct 2019 162,019 miles

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative arm broken connecting to wishbone (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front coil spring fitted upside down

Pass 21 Nov 2018 153,700 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2018 153,533 miles

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety diesel leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2017 134,261 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2017 134,261 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 20amp fuse (1.7.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2016 117,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2254517 (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2016 117,431 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2254517 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 97,606 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Nov 2015 97,603 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 92,014 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 85,784 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 83,121 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 82,994 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 78,197 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2011 78,197 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 69,965 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 59,152 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 49,051 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 36,591 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 36,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 23,478 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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FX53 PDU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX53 PDU, 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 FX53 PDU registered?

FX53 PDU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is FX53 PDU safe to buy?

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