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AK53 HYU

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

142,918 mi
Last recorded142,918 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 HYU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 142,918 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 138,041 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 129,748 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively FRONT + REAR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDE (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 124,956 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 124,956 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 117,807 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 117,807 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 97,108 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 90,418 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 90,418 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 82,276 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 73,183 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 64,404 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 57,277 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2011 53,492 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 48,861 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 42,692 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Nov 2008 35,790 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 35,790 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 28,924 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 21,945 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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AK53 HYU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HYU, 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 AK53 HYU registered?

AK53 HYU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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