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SV53 VRL

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

158,647 mi
Last recorded158,647 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 VRL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 158,647 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 138,655 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 128,712 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 117,718 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 108,040 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 98,500 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 90,412 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 90,412 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 76,247 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 67,672 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 63,693 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 59,729 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 52,064 miles

n/s/r tyre on 1.6mm legal limit now

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 VRL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SV53 VRL, 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 VRL registered?

SV53 VRL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is SV53 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 VRL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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