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SO53 FSK

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,820 mi
Last recorded135,820 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 FSK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 135,820 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 135,806 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 111,857 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 98,677 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

VERY SLIGHT WEAP ON CV BOOTS

Pass 7 Jan 2014 90,381 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 85,138 miles

nearside rear seatbelt slightly stiff to retract

Fail 27 Dec 2012 85,138 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear brakes slightly binding

nearside rear seatbelt slightly stiff to retract

Pass 29 Dec 2011 81,037 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 76,131 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2009 67,306 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 53,123 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 42,316 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 27,631 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 27,432 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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SO53 FSK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SO53 FSK, 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 SO53 FSK registered?

SO53 FSK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is SO53 FSK safe to buy?

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