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OV52 XTC

2003 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

117,065 mi
Last recorded117,065 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2013 117,065 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jan 2013 117,065 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2011 86,964 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2010 68,817 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 53,011 miles

Engine Undertray Fitted

Front Brake Discs Rusting

Pass 7 Feb 2008 48,150 miles

Airbag light stays on

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Jan 2008 48,150 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 40,469 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 40,469 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 32,097 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 XTC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XTC, 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 OV52 XTC registered?

OV52 XTC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is OV52 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 XTC shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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