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VA53 FWL

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

181,956 mi
Last recorded181,956 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 FWL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 181,956 miles

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

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 8 Sep 2016 181,956 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

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

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

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 5 Sep 2015 172,152 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 161,956 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 153,804 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads wearing thin

rear discs and pads wearing thin

Pass 27 Oct 2012 142,762 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 125,470 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 110,292 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 105,786 miles

air bag light on

both rear tyresworn low

engine light on

play in both front wishbone mountings(rear bush)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 95,249 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 81,590 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 66,129 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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VA53 FWL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VA53 FWL, 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 VA53 FWL registered?

VA53 FWL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is VA53 FWL safe to buy?

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