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RV53 VXC

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,315 mi
Last recorded102,315 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 VXC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2013 102,315 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

STRONGLY ADVISE both rear coil springs are snapped at the extreme end ADVISE REPLACEMENT

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2012 98,041 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 95,907 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

water leaking water pump area

Pass 2 Sep 2010 95,907 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

water leaking water pump area

Pass 16 Sep 2009 86,998 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 76,724 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 71,278 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 53,042 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 VXC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VXC, 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

How do I check the history of RV53 VXC?

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What year was RV53 VXC registered?

RV53 VXC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is RV53 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 VXC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV53 VXC have outstanding finance?

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