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AF53 UDV

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,000 mi
Last recorded126,000 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UDV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 126,000 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 112,955 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 112,953 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 102,618 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 102,618 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 81,917 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f wiper blade has split end

Fail 9 Jan 2014 81,917 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f wiper blade has split end

Pass 21 Jan 2013 61,607 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 60,275 miles

Rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 5 Aug 2011 54,971 miles

osr wheel binding slightly

Pass 21 Aug 2010 49,446 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 43,513 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 39,363 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 33,139 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 26,283 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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AF53 UDV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF53 UDV, 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 AF53 UDV registered?

AF53 UDV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 UDV safe to buy?

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