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PE53 MDX

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,305 mi
Last recorded153,305 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 MDX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 153,305 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 146,966 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 139,707 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 130,866 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front slight rotational noise possible start of a wheel bearing

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 113,440 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 102,356 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 92,507 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 86,525 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 76,553 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 62,454 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 51,197 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 51,197 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 39,554 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 39,554 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 28,074 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 17,258 miles

AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON

NEARSIDE FRONT AND OFFSIDE FRONT TYRES ARE TOTALLY VIOD OF TREAD ON THE INNER EDGES

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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PE53 MDX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PE53 MDX, 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 PE53 MDX registered?

PE53 MDX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is PE53 MDX safe to buy?

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