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RA53 PFZ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

146,002 mi
Last recorded146,002 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA53 PFZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 146,002 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 141,964 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 139,573 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 134,102 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 129,442 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 121,650 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 112,831 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 104,286 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 104,238 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 88,210 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 80,325 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 64,683 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 49,646 miles

slight wear to osf tyre inner edge

Fail 7 Dec 2007 49,636 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

drivers seat belt slow to retract

slight wear to osf tyre inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2006 39,175 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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RA53 PFZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 RA53 PFZ, 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.

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What year was RA53 PFZ registered?

RA53 PFZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is RA53 PFZ safe to buy?

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