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RE53 MZP

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,461 mi
Last recorded140,461 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 MZP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2014 140,461 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)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 136,473 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 131,822 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 116,000 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 100,221 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Nov 2009 100,221 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 85,351 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 85,351 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 69,840 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 49,980 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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RE53 MZP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RE53 MZP, 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 RE53 MZP registered?

RE53 MZP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is RE53 MZP safe to buy?

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