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VE52 PBV

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

136,378 mi
Last recorded136,378 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 PBV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 136,378 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 125,961 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 125,961 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 115,150 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 110,148 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 92,426 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 83,101 miles

O/S/R Tyre perished on sidewall

Pass 19 Nov 2012 77,948 miles

Offside rear tyre 3.5mm

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Nov 2011 71,442 miles

Offside rear tyre 3.7mm

Fail 17 Nov 2011 71,308 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear tyre 3.7mm

Pass 4 Nov 2010 65,766 miles

Nearside rear tyre 2.6mm...nearside front tyre 3.00mm

Pass 16 Nov 2009 60,700 miles

both rear tyres worn uneven on inside edges.

Pass 13 Nov 2008 55,034 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 49,274 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 43,172 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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VE52 PBV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VE52 PBV, 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 VE52 PBV registered?

VE52 PBV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is VE52 PBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 PBV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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