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FY53 WTX

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,712 mi
Last recorded97,712 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 WTX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 97,712 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing taken from n/s/f new fitted on front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 97,711 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken edge (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and outer wall suspect caused by running flay (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 85,006 miles

under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 12 Aug 2016 74,864 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 63,767 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 63,767 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 50,915 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 50,914 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 47,251 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 43,324 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 38,840 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 35,387 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 30,995 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 26,750 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 22,017 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 16,106 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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FY53 WTX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FY53 WTX, 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 FY53 WTX registered?

FY53 WTX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is FY53 WTX safe to buy?

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