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NA53 ATU

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,099 mi
Last recorded71,099 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA53 ATU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2012 71,099 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 71,095 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 105,255 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 105,255 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 92,537 miles

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 7 Nov 2008 86,500 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 71,882 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 46,672 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 46,672 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear bumper damaged

small chip in windscreen

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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NA53 ATU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NA53 ATU, 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 NA53 ATU registered?

NA53 ATU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is NA53 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA53 ATU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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