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OV52 XTR

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,140 mi
Last recorded129,140 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 XTR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 129,140 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 125,066 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 119,582 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 113,539 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 108,471 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 19 Nov 2016 108,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 103,026 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 96,384 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 89,789 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 84,569 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2012 84,564 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 78,756 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 73,490 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)

Fail 22 Nov 2010 73,484 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 67,894 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 61,701 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 61,701 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 53,434 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 42,660 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 31,216 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 XTR is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 OV52 XTR, 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 XTR registered?

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

Is OV52 XTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 XTR shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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