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AK53 NFP

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,202 mi
Last recorded159,202 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 NFP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 159,202 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2015 159,202 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 136,620 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 136,619 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 113,358 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 93,465 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

high imbalance to rear brakes

Pass 30 Mar 2011 91,887 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 91,873 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 86,218 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit

Pass 14 Sep 2009 72,609 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 69,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

oil level low

Pass 30 Sep 2008 69,625 miles

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

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

oil level low

Pass 28 Sep 2007 54,048 miles

o/s/f tyre curb ring cut

Pass 23 Sep 2006 39,520 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 NFP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AK53 NFP, 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 NFP registered?

AK53 NFP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AK53 NFP safe to buy?

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