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VX53 ZTJ

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

193,841 mi
Last recorded193,841 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 ZTJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 193,841 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Dec 2020 193,841 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 178,788 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 156,654 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 138,088 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 124,906 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 107,387 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 93,400 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 77,579 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 68,937 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 64,905 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 24 May 2011 64,905 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2010 60,950 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 53,787 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 45,309 miles

both rear tyres stepped

Pass 29 Jan 2007 40,277 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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VX53 ZTJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VX53 ZTJ, 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.

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What year was VX53 ZTJ registered?

VX53 ZTJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 20 December 2003.

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