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SM53 ADU

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,792 mi
Last recorded74,792 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 ADU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 74,792 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2016 66,611 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 64,894 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both offside tyres has cracks and perished

coolant level low

engine management lamp on

nearside front tyre innerand outer walls has cuts (225/4517)

rear suspension system corroded

Fail 26 Feb 2015 64,894 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both offside tyres has cracks and perished

coolant level low

engine management lamp on

nearside front tyre innerand outer walls has cuts (225/4517)

rear suspension system corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2013 59,985 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light illuminated

Pass 29 Mar 2012 58,472 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine light on

nearside front tyre has slight sidewall damage but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

offside rear wheel binding slightly

Fail 29 Mar 2012 58,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine light on

nearside front tyre has slight sidewall damage but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

offside rear wheel binding slightly

Pass 30 Mar 2011 53,860 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 47,754 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 47,754 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 33,992 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 31,305 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 25,111 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2006 19,508 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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SM53 ADU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SM53 ADU, 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 SM53 ADU registered?

SM53 ADU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SM53 ADU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 ADU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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