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RV53 UUR

2003 Audi A2

Silver Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

127,331 mi
Last recorded127,331 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 UUR
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 127,331 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 127,270 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 121,895 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 118,656 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 118,656 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2023 110,387 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2023 110,387 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 101,905 miles

front discs are wearing thin

Fail 5 Apr 2022 101,905 miles

front discs are wearing thin

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 94,497 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 93,328 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 93,328 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2019 92,011 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 91,061 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 88,717 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 86,703 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 83,367 miles

rear bump stops perished

Pass 18 Aug 2014 80,902 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear bumpstop perished

offside rear bumpstop perished

Pass 29 Aug 2013 79,718 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear suspension bump stops starting to perish

Pass 28 Aug 2012 77,547 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 75,673 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 72,931 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 71,047 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 71,047 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 67,877 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 67,877 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 64,412 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 64,341 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 59,846 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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RV53 UUR is a 2003 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 2003 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,358 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 A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV53 UUR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV53 UUR registered?

RV53 UUR is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is RV53 UUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 UUR shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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