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BK53 HKB

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,613 mi
Last recorded146,613 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 HKB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 146,613 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 134,881 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 134,412 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2017 125,827 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 25 May 2016 120,297 miles

Offside Rear slight bind

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 115,646 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 110,479 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 110,479 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 102,644 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 102,644 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 94,694 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 94,694 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 86,856 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 86,856 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 78,590 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Fail 15 Oct 2010 78,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 16 Oct 2009 69,776 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 59,728 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 50,442 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 17 Oct 2006 41,163 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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BK53 HKB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BK53 HKB, 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 BK53 HKB registered?

BK53 HKB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BK53 HKB safe to buy?

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