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SV53 TJZ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,975 mi
Last recorded99,975 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 TJZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 99,975 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 94,464 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 86,886 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 30 May 2014 83,003 miles

drivers window dosent work

enging light on

Fail 28 May 2014 83,001 miles

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

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)

drivers window dosent work

enging light on

Pass 29 May 2013 75,710 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 63,383 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 63,383 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 53,390 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 49,870 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 44,097 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 35,884 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 27,989 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 18,795 miles

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

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

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 TJZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol 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 SV53 TJZ, 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 SV53 TJZ registered?

SV53 TJZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is SV53 TJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 TJZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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