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SW53 DNY

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,378 mi
Last recorded121,378 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW53 DNY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2015 121,378 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 119,813 miles

(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.6.2)The offside rear wheel bearings are incorrectly adjusted/worn

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc is corroding,pitted and worn

(3.5.1i)The offside front brake disc is corroding,pitted and worn

(3.7A.2)The rear service brakes across axle (2) during their increase mode indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7A.4)The rear service brakes across axle (2) during their reducing mode indicate that they are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre at the inner side of the cental band is wearing unevenly

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.65mm

(8.2.3)The offside front windscreen washers do provide adequate liquid at the time of the inspection,but are ready for service

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 14 Jun 2014 119,611 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension spring is corroding

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.6.2)The offside rear wheel bearings are incorrectly adjusted/worn

(3.5.1i)The nearside front brake disc is corroding,pitted and worn

(3.5.1i)The offside front brake disc is corroding,pitted and worn

(3.7A.2)The rear service brakes across axle (2) during their increase mode indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7A.4)The rear service brakes across axle (2) during their reducing mode indicate that they are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre at the inner side of the cental band is wearing unevenly

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.65mm

(8.2.3)The offside front windscreen washers do provide adequate liquid at the time of the inspection,but are ready for service

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 6 Jul 2013 111,592 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 103,595 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 93,586 miles

coolent level low

nearside rear brake binding

Pass 2 Jul 2010 82,654 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2010 82,654 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 78,182 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 60,776 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 47,527 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 41,699 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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SW53 DNY is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SW53 DNY, 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 SW53 DNY registered?

SW53 DNY is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is SW53 DNY safe to buy?

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