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SV53 SKX

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,872 mi
Last recorded103,872 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 SKX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 103,872 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2017 103,872 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 94,488 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 94,488 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 90,903 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2014 87,695 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 81,041 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 81,041 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 72,440 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 66,735 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 59,561 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 48,082 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 41,754 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 34,423 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 26,134 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 SKX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV53 SKX, 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

How do I check the history of SV53 SKX?

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What year was SV53 SKX registered?

SV53 SKX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is SV53 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 SKX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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