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VE52 PNX

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,638 mi
Last recorded71,638 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 71,638 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 63,626 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 63,626 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 55,166 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs corroded on inner face.

Fail 14 Aug 2014 54,749 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs corroded on inner face.

Pass 26 Feb 2013 46,221 miles

eml light on

offside front tyre perishing

Pass 23 Feb 2012 40,719 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 39,681 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 36,421 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 33,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 33,919 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 31,609 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 28,588 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 24,733 miles

both front and nearside rear tyres have side wall damage

nearside door has lower trim insecure

Fail 23 Feb 2006 24,733 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

both front and nearside rear tyres have side wall damage

nearside door has lower trim insecure

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 PNX 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 73.3%.

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 VE52 PNX, 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 PNX registered?

VE52 PNX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is VE52 PNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 PNX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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