MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
131,618 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion outer sill (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGE
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGE
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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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SL53 HBK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 SL53 HBK, 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 SL53 HBK?
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What year was SL53 HBK registered?
SL53 HBK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2003.
Is SL53 HBK safe to buy?
The MOT history for SL53 HBK shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SL53 HBK have outstanding finance?
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