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AK53 EFD

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,240 mi
Last recorded103,240 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 EFD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 103,240 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 100,670 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 100,670 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 95,033 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 165,165 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 142,528 miles

rear brake pads getting low[approx2mm]

Pass 29 Aug 2007 115,234 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 82,451 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil is low !!

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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AK53 EFD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 AK53 EFD, 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 AK53 EFD registered?

AK53 EFD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is AK53 EFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 EFD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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