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SV53 ONB

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

59,034 mi
Last recorded59,034 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 ONB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2017 59,034 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Dampness around fuel filter, no leaks at time of test

E.M.L Flashing

Engine misfiring

Interior rear view mirror missing

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive sill, quarter-panel, door slam (5.2.6)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside sill damaged at front

Pass 27 May 2016 54,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 May 2016 54,621 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2015 49,118 miles

nearside front tyre side wall damaged, but not exposing cords

Fail 26 May 2015 49,118 miles

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

nearside front tyre side wall damaged, but not exposing cords

Pass 20 Mar 2014 43,304 miles

n/s front tyre side wall damaged but not exposing cords

Fail 11 Mar 2014 43,257 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

n/s front tyre side wall damaged but not exposing cords

Pass 1 Mar 2013 38,988 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 38,973 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 33,720 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 33,698 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2010 29,865 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 29,863 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

AIR INTAKE PIPE BURST(HAS BEEN RUBBING AGAINST COOLING FAN).

R/H DOOR MIRROR CASING SLIGHTLY LOOSE.

SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK.

SLIGHT WEAR AT REAR BRAKE DISCS.

VARIOUS MARKS ON BODY.

Pass 3 Mar 2009 26,684 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 22,070 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 16,615 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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SV53 ONB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 SV53 ONB, 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 SV53 ONB registered?

SV53 ONB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is SV53 ONB safe to buy?

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