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NL53 DZV

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

71,238 mi
Last recorded71,238 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL53 DZV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 71,238 miles

Engine covers fitted

Minor misting of oil

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 67,598 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under-trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2016 64,100 miles

under tray`s fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 29 Sep 2016 64,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under tray`s fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 24 Oct 2015 60,702 miles

all brake hoses ferrules corroded

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Oct 2014 57,132 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock absorber dust covers detatched from bump stops

Pass 23 Oct 2013 51,977 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Oct 2013 51,977 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2012 45,906 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s rear brake binding slightly

Fail 9 Oct 2012 45,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 15 Aug 2011 38,578 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

screen has minor chips

Pass 26 Aug 2010 33,078 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 27,315 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,834 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)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 18,549 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 15,000 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2006 15,000 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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NL53 DZV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NL53 DZV, 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 NL53 DZV registered?

NL53 DZV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for NL53 DZV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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