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HF53 OVE

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

169,921 mi
Last recorded169,921 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 OVE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 169,921 miles

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 164,115 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 158,210 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 152,815 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 150,692 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 147,885 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 143,830 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 137,283 miles

rear tyre stepped on inner edges

Pass 22 Nov 2014 127,590 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 115,810 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2012 103,492 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2011 89,493 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 69,290 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Sep 2010 69,287 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 51,892 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 23 Sep 2008 34,038 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 18,228 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 12,867 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)

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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HF53 OVE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HF53 OVE, 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 HF53 OVE registered?

HF53 OVE is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is HF53 OVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 OVE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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