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VK53 OCZ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

116,565 mi
Last recorded116,565 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 OCZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2019 116,565 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front have wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn link bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear shock dust cover detached

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear body panel damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2019 116,565 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front have wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn link bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear shock dust cover detached

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear body panel damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 108,301 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 101,096 miles

Oil leak sump bung washer ()

undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Nov 2017 101,095 miles

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

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

Oil leak sump bung washer ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2016 92,504 miles

1.plastic sill covers fitted at time of test

2.slight binding on off side rear brake

3.rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 1 Dec 2015 83,480 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 18 Nov 2014 77,426 miles

Offside Front Fog Light Glass Cracked

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2013 71,205 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 65,015 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 56,750 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 49,090 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)

floor covers fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2009 40,869 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 30,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 30,889 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 21,693 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 13,160 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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VK53 OCZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VK53 OCZ, 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 VK53 OCZ registered?

VK53 OCZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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