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SH52 TXR

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,502 mi
Last recorded55,502 miles
Recorded on22 May 2009
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH52 TXR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 May 2009 55,502 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres different speed symbols

non obilgatory mirror missing

o/s/r side light housing slightly damaged

Pass 22 May 2009 55,502 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front tyres different speed symbols

non obilgatory mirror missing

o/s/r side light housing slightly damaged

Pass 7 Feb 2008 37,269 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 37,267 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 26,905 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 26,905 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 21,947 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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SH52 TXR is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SH52 TXR, 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 SH52 TXR?

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What year was SH52 TXR registered?

SH52 TXR is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is SH52 TXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH52 TXR shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH52 TXR have outstanding finance?

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