MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
115,106 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Items removed from driver's view prior to test from windscreen ()
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)
n/s/f tyre has damage to both sidewalls (run flat)
part of n/s/r shock absorber insecure
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
evidence of coolant leak from radiator
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
evidence of coolant leak from radiator
Coolant level below minimum
Engine cover fitted
O/S/R Tyres outer sidewall damaged
Under trays fitted
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (7.2.3) DANGEROUS
Coolant level below minimum
Engine cover fitted
O/S/R Tyres outer sidewall damaged
Under trays fitted
Bonnet catch seizing
Coolant level on minimum
Strong smell of coolant coming from engine bay
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Bonnet catch seizing
Coolant level on minimum
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Strong smell of coolant coming from engine bay
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear discs are in poor condition
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
multiple undershields fitted restricting view
Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
multiple undershields fitted
Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
multiple undershields fitted
Both front tyres are approaching wear limits.
Both rear discs are showing signs of wear and corrosion.
How Reliable is the Audi A3?
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SM53 VCX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue 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 SM53 VCX, 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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How do I check the history of SM53 VCX?
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What year was SM53 VCX registered?
SM53 VCX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 November 2003.
Is SM53 VCX safe to buy?
The MOT history for SM53 VCX 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.
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