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BX53 KOE

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

150,186 mi
Last recorded150,186 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 KOE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 150,186 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 142,309 miles

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

o/s rear tyre low air pressure

Pass 30 Sep 2014 141,783 miles

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine Temp slightly rising over half mark

exhaust backbox corroded

n/s/r tyre cracking inbetween tread's

n/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

o/s/f & n/s/f brake disc's slightly scored

Fail 23 Sep 2014 141,388 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 123,242 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 107,021 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2011 90,843 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 90,843 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jul 2010 70,456 miles

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

front and rear brake pads are getting low

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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BX53 KOE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BX53 KOE, 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 BX53 KOE registered?

BX53 KOE is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is BX53 KOE safe to buy?

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