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HG53 CCV

2003 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

112,058 mi
Last recorded112,058 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 CCV
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 112,058 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 108,422 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both rear shockabsorber covers adrift

fuel tank strap strap rusty

Fail 31 Oct 2024 108,406 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres bald inner edges

both rear shockabsorber covers adrift

fuel tank strap strap rusty

o/s reverse light inop

Pass 17 Nov 2023 103,853 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 103,843 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 102,566 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 101,510 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 101,510 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 98,726 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 98,726 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 94,632 miles

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 15 Nov 2018 90,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 90,263 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 85,347 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 77,978 miles

Rear number plate starting to discolour

Fail 20 Oct 2016 77,978 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear number plate starting to discolour

Pass 19 Aug 2015 68,993 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 65,278 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2014 65,278 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 62,517 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 59,242 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 55,891 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 51,016 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 45,492 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 39,457 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 32,791 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 24,810 miles

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

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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HG53 CCV is a 2003 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG53 CCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HG53 CCV?

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What year was HG53 CCV registered?

HG53 CCV is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is HG53 CCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 CCV shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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