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ML53 FJZ

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,218 mi
Last recorded103,218 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 FJZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 103,218 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 103,218 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 99,105 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 95,525 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

engine management light on

Fail 20 Oct 2014 90,501 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 90,501 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 82,844 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 74,892 miles

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)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 74,892 miles

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

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 23 Sep 2011 67,684 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 58,948 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 49,056 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 39,125 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 27,956 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 17,981 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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ML53 FJZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ML53 FJZ, 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 ML53 FJZ registered?

ML53 FJZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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