MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
106,182 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
Coolant leak @ thermostat housing ()
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ centre join (7.1.2)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
Coolant leak @ thermostat housing ()
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ centre join (7.1.2)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing X1 (4.2.A.1e)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
nearside rear tyre cut on sidewall
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
front and rear brake discs rusty
How Reliable is the Audi A3?
Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SJ53 SLU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 SLU, 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 SLU registered?
SJ53 SLU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 September 2003.
Is SJ53 SLU safe to buy?
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