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WU53 PLN

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 PLN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2012

Coolant leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

amber brake warning light on

engine management light on

front off side bumper damaged

rear centre seat belt catch surround missing

rear window glass broke

speado mileage reading not visible

Fail 17 Jul 2012

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Coolant leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

amber brake warning light on

engine management light on

front off side bumper damaged

rear centre seat belt catch surround missing

rear window glass broke

speado mileage reading not visible

Pass 1 Jun 2011

engine check light on

front brake discs slightly worn

rear center seat belt plastic surrond missing

Pass 29 Jan 2010

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2010

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 60,747 miles

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

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

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 11 Sep 2007 46,456 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 46,456 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 30,731 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 PLN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WU53 PLN, 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 PLN registered?

WU53 PLN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is WU53 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU53 PLN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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