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RJ53 PCV

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

167,221 mi
Last recorded167,221 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 PCV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2014 167,221 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 158,314 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 150,354 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)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 137,445 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 137,445 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 114,167 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Oct 2010 114,167 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 91,459 miles

engine cooling fan faulty? Appears to run continually

nearside headlight beam pattern poor

Fail 22 Oct 2009 91,459 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

engine cooling fan faulty? Appears to run continually

nearside headlight beam pattern poor

Pass 3 Oct 2008 64,400 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 35,609 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 35,608 miles

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

Both rear tyres cracking in the tread

Pass 27 Oct 2006 24,968 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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RJ53 PCV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PCV, 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 PCV registered?

RJ53 PCV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is RJ53 PCV safe to buy?

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