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BK53 YFL

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

70,775 mi
Last recorded70,775 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 YFL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 70,775 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 66,637 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened complete frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 65,506 miles

surface corrosion to rear suspension components

Pass 13 Feb 2023 63,188 miles

covers fitted

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 13 Feb 2023 63,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

covers fitted

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 4 Mar 2022 61,052 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 58,789 miles

covers fitted.

surface corrosion to rear suspension components.

Pass 21 Feb 2020 57,152 miles

surface corrosion to rear suspension components.

Fail 21 Feb 2020 57,152 miles

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

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

surface corrosion to rear suspension components.

Pass 16 Feb 2019 56,013 miles

plastic covers fitted

surface corrosion to rear suspension components

Pass 17 Feb 2018 54,706 miles

plastic covers fitted

vehicle has been stood

Pass 18 Feb 2017 53,336 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 50,830 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 48,743 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 46,932 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 45,013 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 45,013 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 43,409 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 42,121 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 41,321 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 40,207 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 36,103 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 28,087 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 YFL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YFL, 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 YFL registered?

BK53 YFL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is BK53 YFL safe to buy?

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