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PF52 FTP

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,847 mi
Last recorded166,847 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF52 FTP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 166,847 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 157,940 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 157,940 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 141,136 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 141,136 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 130,136 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 129,865 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 108,736 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 95,860 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 82,756 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 82,621 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 71,998 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 60,075 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 48,760 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 48,760 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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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PF52 FTP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PF52 FTP, 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

How do I check the history of PF52 FTP?

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What year was PF52 FTP registered?

PF52 FTP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is PF52 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF52 FTP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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