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WU53 OWP

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

215,588 mi
Last recorded215,588 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 OWP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 215,588 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 187,087 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight play in n/s tie rod

Pass 4 Feb 2014 176,525 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Jan 2013 152,994 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 152,994 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 119,381 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 101,394 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 101,394 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 93,320 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 87,836 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 87,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

steering and susp slight // serpintine belt

Pass 11 Sep 2007 78,403 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 69,715 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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WU53 OWP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WU53 OWP, 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 WU53 OWP registered?

WU53 OWP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is WU53 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU53 OWP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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