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SP53 ORG

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

101,733 mi
Last recorded101,733 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 ORG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 101,733 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 98,453 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 94,866 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 91,889 miles

BOTH FRONT REAR WISHBONE BUSHES DETERIORATED

O/S/F CV GAITOR

Pass 13 Aug 2015 87,604 miles

Nearside Front 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 Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

both front wishbone rear bushes

slight bind n/s/r brakes

Fail 13 Aug 2015 87,604 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front 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 Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

both front wishbone rear bushes

slight bind n/s/r brakes

Pass 5 Aug 2014 83,844 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 79,388 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 75,905 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 70,067 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 63,742 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 54,837 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 45,912 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 38,788 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 28,307 miles

offside rear tyre cracked

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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SP53 ORG is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 SP53 ORG, 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 SP53 ORG registered?

SP53 ORG is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SP53 ORG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 ORG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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