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OV52 WGU

2003 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,296 mi
Last recorded157,296 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 WGU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 157,296 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 149,034 miles

dirvers door handel dameaged

e/m/l on

Pass 24 May 2014 138,831 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 129,230 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 122,129 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 19,698 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 106,546 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 99,083 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 17 Oct 2009 99,071 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Outer Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 79,867 miles

middle exhaust mounting bracket broken exhaust fully supported.

rear brake discs outer edges corroded.

slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall.

Fail 21 Jul 2008 79,761 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

middle exhaust mounting bracket broken exhaust fully supported.

rear brake discs outer edges corroded.

slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall.

Pass 6 Aug 2007 62,415 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 62,415 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 56,295 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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OV52 WGU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 OV52 WGU, 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 OV52 WGU registered?

OV52 WGU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is OV52 WGU safe to buy?

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