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PF53 BHN

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,455 mi
Last recorded75,455 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2008
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 BHN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2008 75,455 miles

handbrake slight travel

Fail 20 Dec 2008 75,455 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

handbrake slight travel

Pass 18 Dec 2007 67,837 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Dec 2007 67,837 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 53,406 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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PF53 BHN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PF53 BHN, 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 PF53 BHN registered?

PF53 BHN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is PF53 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF53 BHN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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