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VN52 TXF

2003 Audi A3

Beige Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,041 mi
Last recorded94,041 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN52 TXF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 94,041 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four front to rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Apr 2017 93,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear brake pipes corroded under plastic sheath unable to fully inspect (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 87,701 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 83,421 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 79,666 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 74,725 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 74,725 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 69,631 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 61,227 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 55,066 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 40,982 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 30,138 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 20,351 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 19,296 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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VN52 TXF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Beige with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VN52 TXF, 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 VN52 TXF registered?

VN52 TXF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is VN52 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN52 TXF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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