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VN53 FEP

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,038 mi
Last recorded161,038 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 FEP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 161,038 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 159,367 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 157,231 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 153,944 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2017 153,944 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 148,172 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 141,425 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2015 141,422 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 124,627 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 124,626 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 108,467 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 91,716 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 78,445 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Sep 2010 66,713 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 66,713 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 56,381 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 46,604 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 35,726 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2007 35,726 miles

Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 23,901 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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VN53 FEP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN53 FEP, 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 FEP registered?

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

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