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VN53 DSZ

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

126,487 mi
Last recorded126,487 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 DSZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 126,487 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2023 125,652 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 125,641 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Emissions unable to be completed Due to excessive blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 122,741 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 122,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 117,848 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 117,064 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 117,064 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 115,244 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Jan 2019 115,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 103,056 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 103,056 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 93,632 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 85,968 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 82,111 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 82,080 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 71,433 miles

205/55VR16

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

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

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

SERVICE ON

Pass 4 Jan 2013 57,532 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 49,230 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 47,914 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 40,408 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 40,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 37,953 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 30,780 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 24,722 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 18,714 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 18,714 miles

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

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

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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VN53 DSZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VN53 DSZ, 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 VN53 DSZ registered?

VN53 DSZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is VN53 DSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN53 DSZ shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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