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RV53 VWN

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

124,578 mi
Last recorded124,578 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 VWN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 124,578 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 124,578 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 114,345 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 111,279 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 107,855 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 107,854 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 104,149 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 104,148 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 99,694 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 99,693 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 95,706 miles

rear shock absorber bump stops, retaining rings detatched.

Pass 11 Apr 2012 91,269 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 86,812 miles

Discs a little rusty from being stood.

Lower arm rear bushes just starting to crack.

Pass 17 Sep 2010 82,797 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 71,139 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 59,194 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 44,833 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 29,683 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 VWN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VWN, 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 VWN registered?

RV53 VWN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is RV53 VWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 VWN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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