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OU53 JXV

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

201,027 mi
Last recorded201,027 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 JXV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 201,027 miles

Engine light on

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Jun 2017 201,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Engine light on

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2016 188,193 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 163,129 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 163,129 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 148,630 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 148,630 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 133,948 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 132,755 miles

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 120,997 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 120,997 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 112,590 miles

Both rear shocker dirt shields have become detached

Pass 14 Sep 2009 96,366 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 75,284 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 54,952 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 40,601 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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OU53 JXV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OU53 JXV, 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 OU53 JXV registered?

OU53 JXV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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