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PX53 CHC

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

142,507 mi
Last recorded142,507 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 CHC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 142,507 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 142,507 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 135,909 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 128,386 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 117,989 miles

offside front tyre scrubbing on inside edge

Fail 15 Dec 2015 117,987 miles

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

offside front tyre scrubbing on inside edge

Pass 22 Dec 2014 107,479 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2014 107,472 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 99,490 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 91,080 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 81,282 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 71,623 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 64,175 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 59,324 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 51,460 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 51,460 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 41,601 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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PX53 CHC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel 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 PX53 CHC, 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 PX53 CHC registered?

PX53 CHC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is PX53 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX53 CHC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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