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OY53 JZU

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

104,961 mi
Last recorded104,961 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 JZU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 104,961 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp slightly loose due to corrosion (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 104,961 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both) need a polish (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp slightly loose due to corrosion (6.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak header tank top pipe loosing pressure through the clip ()

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 98,652 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 91,714 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 86,035 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 86,029 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 80,100 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 72,530 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 64,081 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 56,957 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 49,423 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 43,012 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 43,012 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front brake balance high 22%

Pass 9 Sep 2008 37,842 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 31,544 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 31,544 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 29,065 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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OY53 JZU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OY53 JZU, 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 OY53 JZU registered?

OY53 JZU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 9 October 2003.

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