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AK53 TGU

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,031 mi
Last recorded132,031 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 132,031 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 132,031 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 126,267 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 122,800 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 119,012 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 116,100 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012

Nearside Front 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 5 Nov 2011 48,986 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 108,111 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 99,913 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 89,447 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2008 89,447 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

centre rear seat belt --- buckle gone past stop button.

Pass 16 Nov 2007 82,674 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 64,749 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 TGU 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 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 AK53 TGU, 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 TGU registered?

AK53 TGU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is AK53 TGU safe to buy?

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