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DK03 NXD

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

158,215 mi
Last recorded158,215 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 NXD
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 158,215 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 158,215 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 155,180 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 148,989 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 144,267 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2016 144,267 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Rear Parking brake performance low.

Pass 22 Oct 2015 140,305 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 136,836 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 132,248 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 126,031 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2011 113,498 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 101,920 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 82,286 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 82,085 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 72,917 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 72,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 60,438 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 60,438 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 46,267 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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DK03 NXD is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DK03 NXD, 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 DK03 NXD registered?

DK03 NXD is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 6 May 2003.

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The MOT history for DK03 NXD shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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