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VO53 SXR

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,427 mi
Last recorded107,427 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO53 SXR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 107,427 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 101,133 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Nov 2015 92,115 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 80,783 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre 0mm on edge and splits in inner wall

n/s/r tyre wall has been repaired and has damge to wall

o/s/r tyre 2mm and splits in inner wall

Pass 18 May 2013 74,448 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/f tyre wall repair

Pass 24 Mar 2012 68,111 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 60,757 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 57,598 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)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 50,599 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 50,599 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 42,577 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 42,576 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 36,571 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 36,571 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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VO53 SXR is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VO53 SXR, 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 VO53 SXR registered?

VO53 SXR is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is VO53 SXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO53 SXR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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