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OV52 XXD

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,190 mi
Last recorded40,190 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 XXD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 40,190 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 39,099 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 39,097 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 38,210 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 35,706 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 34,072 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 32,842 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 31,860 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 30,168 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 27,938 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 25,987 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 24,302 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Jan 2015 22,711 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 22,711 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 21,956 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 20,010 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 18,094 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 16,307 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 16,307 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 14,584 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 13,616 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 12,102 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 10,382 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 8,327 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 XXD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XXD, 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 XXD registered?

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

Is OV52 XXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 XXD shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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