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AK53 TFX

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

148,074 mi
Last recorded148,074 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 TFX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 148,074 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Oct 2024 148,074 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 141,376 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 137,310 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 133,042 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 129,259 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 125,524 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 116,205 miles

Both front tyres bald on inner edges.

Deep cuts to near side rear tyre side wall.

Near side rear seat belt not checked, child seat fitted.

Off side rear brakes starting to bind.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2018 116,029 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Both front tyres bald on inner edges.

Deep cuts to near side rear tyre side wall.

Near side rear seat belt not checked, child seat fitted.

Off side rear brakes starting to bind.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 108,973 miles

rear tyres starting to go out of shape

Pass 5 Nov 2016 103,925 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 100,528 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 94,829 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 77,171 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2012 68,569 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)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 61,729 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 61,729 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 52,735 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 52,735 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 44,508 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 38,192 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 30,939 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 24,028 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 TFX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AK53 TFX, 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 TFX registered?

AK53 TFX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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