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AU53 UDJ

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

144,648 mi
Last recorded144,648 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 UDJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 144,648 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under body covers fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2014 122,425 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 98,347 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 88,172 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 81,004 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 161,364 miles

near side front tyre inner side wall split

Fail 23 Mar 2011 161,279 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

near side front tyre inner side wall split

Pass 18 Feb 2010 146,546 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 130,682 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 130,682 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 116,973 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 104,548 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 91,401 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 91,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AU53 UDJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel 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 AU53 UDJ, 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 AU53 UDJ registered?

AU53 UDJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is AU53 UDJ safe to buy?

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