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OV52 VWF

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

65,023 mi
Last recorded65,023 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 VWF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 65,023 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 65,017 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 59,341 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 59,341 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 51,826 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 51,826 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2007 46,765 miles

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

airbag warning light on.

Pass 6 Jan 2006 35,204 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 34,891 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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OV52 VWF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 OV52 VWF, 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

How do I check the history of OV52 VWF?

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What year was OV52 VWF registered?

OV52 VWF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is OV52 VWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 VWF shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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