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MK53 WUO

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,412 mi
Last recorded122,412 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 WUO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2016 122,412 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing slight play.

engine light on

Pass 3 Oct 2015 113,111 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 104,068 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 94,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 94,575 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 85,807 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 85,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 76,101 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front disc worn

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)

Rear washer inop

Pass 31 Aug 2010 65,640 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 52,367 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 39,813 miles

N/Side front tyre and wheel both have kerb damage

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Wiper blades smearing and noisy

Pass 12 Sep 2007 30,661 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 23,097 miles

Coolant leak

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 WUO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol 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 WUO, 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 WUO registered?

MK53 WUO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is MK53 WUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK53 WUO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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