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SO53 FSJ

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

115,840 mi
Last recorded115,840 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 FSJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 115,840 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Dec 2016 115,840 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 105,241 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2015 105,241 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 83,149 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 66,877 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 60,772 miles

engine light on

Fail 14 May 2012 60,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

engine light on

Pass 29 Oct 2010 57,376 miles

engine management light stays on

Pass 7 Apr 2009 55,875 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 55,875 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 53,907 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 49,327 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 49,327 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise slight inbalance on front brakes

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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SO53 FSJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SO53 FSJ, 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 SO53 FSJ registered?

SO53 FSJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is SO53 FSJ safe to buy?

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