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NL53 VCA

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,736 mi
Last recorded153,736 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL53 VCA
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 153,736 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 144,395 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 133,552 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken at tip, coil spring still secure in housing

Offside Rear sill corroded through at sill end, not effecting vehicle structure

Pass 25 Apr 2016 120,021 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2016 120,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 113,318 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

e.m.l light on

Pass 26 Apr 2014 103,844 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

management lamp on

Fail 25 Apr 2014 103,843 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

management lamp on

Pass 17 Apr 2013 92,098 miles

Engine management light on

Lower engine covers

Offside front tyre slightly worn on outer edges

Offside rear shocker outer casing insecure

Part worn tyres fitted

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

Water level low

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 84,738 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Engine management light on

Lower engine covers fitted

No water in vehicle

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

Small stone chips in screen

Fail 24 Apr 2012 84,738 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Engine management light on

Lower engine covers fitted

No water in vehicle

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Small stone chips in screen

Pass 26 Apr 2011 75,461 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

bonnet latch stiff

bootlid struts won't hold bootlid open

both front tyres worn (225/45/17)

both rear lamp units slightly insecure

lower covers fitted

management light on

o/s washer jet close to missing windscreen

rear discs starting to wear

wipers slightly smearing screen

Fail 26 Apr 2011 75,461 miles

wipers slightly smearing screen

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

bonnet latch stiff

bootlid struts won't hold bootlid open

both front tyres worn (225/45/17)

both rear lamp units slightly insecure

lower covers fitted

management light on

o/s washer jet close to missing windscreen

rear discs starting to wear

Pass 4 Jul 2009 60,699 miles

egine covers fitted and underbody covers fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2008 49,557 miles

nsr tyre cracking on tread,fitted with plastic trims

Pass 29 Aug 2007 44,749 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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NL53 VCA is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VCA, 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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NL53 VCA is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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