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SD53 FPC

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,429 mi
Last recorded97,429 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 FPC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2013 97,429 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 90,973 miles

engine management light on

Fail 14 Nov 2012 90,878 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

Fail 24 Nov 2011 83,442 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 83,442 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 77,050 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 72,252 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

offside rear tyre tread area cracking

Pass 25 Sep 2008 65,185 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2008 65,185 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 52,277 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 41,286 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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SD53 FPC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SD53 FPC, 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

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What year was SD53 FPC registered?

SD53 FPC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is SD53 FPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD53 FPC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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