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RJ53 ODV

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

202,001 mi
Last recorded202,001 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 ODV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 202,001 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2019 187,601 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 179,541 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 172,644 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 172,633 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2016 161,223 miles

Offside Rear advise offside rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 9 Apr 2016 161,223 miles

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

Offside Rear advise offside rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 25 Apr 2015 150,444 miles

advise offside front and rear tyres are wearing on inside edges

Pass 28 Apr 2014 139,797 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

brake pads look low

offside rear shock cover loose

Fail 11 Apr 2014 139,316 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

brake pads look low

offside rear shock cover loose

Pass 29 Apr 2013 129,829 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

OIL SWEATY AROUND INTERCOOLER PIPES AND TURBO OIL PIPE.

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 129,673 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

OIL SWEATY AROUND INTERCOOLER PIPES AND TURBO OIL PIPE.

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 119,489 miles

advise rear tyres are perrished

Pass 30 Apr 2011 103,600 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 97,908 miles

front and rear brake discs rusting

Pass 9 Nov 2009 94,314 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 85,176 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 78,525 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 78,525 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 71,021 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 71,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RJ53 ODV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RJ53 ODV, 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 RJ53 ODV registered?

RJ53 ODV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 20 October 2003.

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