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RV53 UVG

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

165,930 mi
Last recorded165,930 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 UVG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 165,930 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 172,272 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn too its limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 146,240 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 137,775 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 126,408 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 106,743 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing close to limit

rear brakes slghtly out of balance (o/s low)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 95,372 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 90,813 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 85,891 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 79,743 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 74,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 74,401 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 71,291 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 65,231 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 46,847 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 46,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 May 2006 37,730 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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RV53 UVG is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 RV53 UVG, 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 RV53 UVG registered?

RV53 UVG is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RV53 UVG safe to buy?

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