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OE53 JJO

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,440 mi
Last recorded138,440 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 JJO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 138,440 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front pads near to limit (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 138,425 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 138,423 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 138,049 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 136,580 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 126,689 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 119,720 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 111,643 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 103,368 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 103,366 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine light is on

Pass 11 Jan 2010 92,642 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 81,535 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 81,535 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 71,728 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)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 55,205 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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OE53 JJO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OE53 JJO, 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 OE53 JJO registered?

OE53 JJO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is OE53 JJO safe to buy?

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