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MT53 VAY

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,419 mi
Last recorded153,419 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 VAY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2018 153,419 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 144,900 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 121,732 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front edges (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2014 119,918 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 115,863 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 110,603 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 103,611 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 97,161 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 98,236 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 80,838 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 70,381 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

nearsisde rear stop lamp not working but other 2 working fine.

Pass 16 Nov 2006 50,020 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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MT53 VAY is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MT53 VAY, 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 MT53 VAY registered?

MT53 VAY is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is MT53 VAY safe to buy?

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