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MK53 CSX

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

131,903 mi
Last recorded131,903 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 CSX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 131,903 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 129,933 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 129,933 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 122,624 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)

Fail 15 Sep 2014 122,624 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 18 Sep 2013 114,891 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 103,568 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 103,568 miles

Nearside Front 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 20 Jul 2011 92,853 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 84,146 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 74,514 miles

Rear anti-roll bar stop on N/S adrift

Fail 11 Aug 2009 74,514 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear anti-roll bar stop on N/S adrift

Pass 20 Aug 2008 61,721 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 48,242 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 35,083 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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MK53 CSX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MK53 CSX, 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 MK53 CSX registered?

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

Is MK53 CSX safe to buy?

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