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RX53 HRE

2003 Audi A2

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,166 mi
Last recorded151,166 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A282,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 HRE
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 151,166 miles

Brake pipes slight corrosion

Oil leak ()

Slight play in steering

Pass 5 Oct 2016 144,521 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Oct 2016 144,521 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Sep 2015
Pass 27 Sep 2014 121,355 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 112,321 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 108,202 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 108,063 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2011 100,724 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 90,000 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 74,627 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 74,627 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 64,234 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 64,234 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 46,084 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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RX53 HRE is a 2003 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RX53 HRE, 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

How do I check the history of RX53 HRE?

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What year was RX53 HRE registered?

RX53 HRE is a 2003 Audi A2, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is RX53 HRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 HRE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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