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MW53 DXA

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

140,240 mi
Last recorded140,240 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 DXA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 140,240 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 137,795 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2012 127,525 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 124,899 miles

nearside inner cv boot split , dual mass flywheel noisy???

Fail 8 Dec 2010 124,899 miles

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1) DANGEROUS

nearside inner cv boot split , dual mass flywheel noisy???

Pass 11 Dec 2009 122,167 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Dec 2009 122,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 108,972 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 108,972 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 96,214 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 84,176 miles

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

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)

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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MW53 DXA is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MW53 DXA, 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 MW53 DXA registered?

MW53 DXA is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is MW53 DXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW53 DXA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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