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MK53 WUJ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,678 mi
Last recorded115,678 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 WUJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 115,678 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 106,199 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 100,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 87,484 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 84,863 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 84,863 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 81,964 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 81,964 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 76,675 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2013 76,675 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 68,937 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 61,809 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 53,408 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 45,200 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 36,564 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 28,401 miles

o/s rear tyre cracking

Pass 26 Oct 2006 14,277 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 WUJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MK53 WUJ, 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 WUJ registered?

MK53 WUJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is MK53 WUJ safe to buy?

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