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SJ53 JHV

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,340 mi
Last recorded90,340 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ53 JHV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 90,340 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit

corrosion to sills, vehicle underside and exposed components

exhaust system corroded and has a minor leak

front registration plate deteriorated

windscreen chipped

wiper blades starting to tear

Pass 20 Aug 2016 85,798 miles

internet down

Pass 4 Aug 2015 84,424 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 70,224 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 70,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 68,739 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 61,082 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 53,841 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 46,994 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 43,467 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 43,436 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 36,298 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 33,773 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 26,421 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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SJ53 JHV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SJ53 JHV, 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 SJ53 JHV registered?

SJ53 JHV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is SJ53 JHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ53 JHV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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