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MK53 CRJ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

171,933 mi
Last recorded171,933 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 CRJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 171,933 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 157,149 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 157,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 142,959 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 14 Aug 2014 125,520 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 114,192 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 114,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 102,502 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 100,737 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 96,524 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 80,514 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 66,206 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 51,526 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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MK53 CRJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 MK53 CRJ, 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 MK53 CRJ registered?

MK53 CRJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is MK53 CRJ safe to buy?

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