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SP53 TSV

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,866 mi
Last recorded136,866 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 TSV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 136,866 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 133,613 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 128,950 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 119,878 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 105,691 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 93,352 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 93,351 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front discs corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2012 73,900 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 68,950 miles

Front brake disks slightly corroded

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Timing belt history

rear brake disks slightly corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2011 68,950 miles

Front brake disks slightly corroded

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Timing belt history

rear brake disks slightly corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2010 63,198 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 63,198 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 46,558 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 37,804 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 28,866 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 28,864 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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 TSV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TSV, 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 TSV registered?

SP53 TSV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is SP53 TSV safe to buy?

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