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RJ53 PEO

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,533 mi
Last recorded166,533 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 PEO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 166,533 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 166,533 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 160,735 miles

Front electrick windows not working

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front passenger door cover and controls not fitted. door can be opened by pulling cable.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 160,733 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle interior pannel removed and all controls removed at time of test (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Front electrick windows not working

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 152,999 miles

Gearbox mounting defective knocking noise on and off throtle ()

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front electric windows not working?

undershields fitted obscuring some components

Fail 15 Dec 2017 152,999 miles

Gearbox mounting defective knocking noise on and off throtle ()

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

both front electric windows not working?

undershields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Dec 2016 144,956 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under shields fitted obscuring some components

Fail 16 Dec 2016 144,956 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under shields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Nov 2015 136,951 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2014 127,128 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 119,253 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 109,193 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 97,751 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 83,200 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 73,695 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 73,695 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 61,563 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 46,361 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 105,799 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 80,946 miles

nail in centre tread of near side rear tyre

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 PEO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RJ53 PEO, 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 RJ53 PEO registered?

RJ53 PEO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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