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NV53 RXF

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

275,725 mi
Last recorded275,725 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV53 RXF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 275,725 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside A zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 264,489 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 248,927 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake back plate slightly perishing

Fail 27 Oct 2016 248,927 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear brake back plate slightly perishing

Pass 14 Oct 2015 230,461 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 210,913 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 186,475 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Oct 2013 186,475 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Oct 2012 159,120 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 134,447 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 134,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 112,058 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 112,058 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 87,567 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 60,864 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 43,937 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 28,396 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 28,396 miles

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

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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NV53 RXF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 NV53 RXF, 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 NV53 RXF registered?

NV53 RXF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is NV53 RXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV53 RXF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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