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MF53 LHD

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,686 mi
Last recorded111,686 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 LHD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 111,686 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 111,683 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 106,178 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 101,612 miles

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

undertrays

Pass 1 May 2015 96,449 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 92,013 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 88,156 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 81,898 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 81,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 67,652 miles

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

engine management trouble codes in system

n/s front wiper blade split

Fail 16 Oct 2010 67,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine management trouble codes in system

n/s front wiper blade split

Pass 9 Sep 2009 36,336 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 32,005 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 23,424 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 18,889 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 18,889 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside 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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MF53 LHD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MF53 LHD, 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 MF53 LHD registered?

MF53 LHD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is MF53 LHD safe to buy?

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