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DK53 HTX

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,602 mi
Last recorded107,602 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 HTX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 107,602 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jun 2022 107,602 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 98,946 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear sticking

Pass 1 Jun 2020 95,617 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 93,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both cv gaiter perrished

Pass 26 Apr 2018 87,877 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 80,909 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 80,909 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 76,495 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 72,147 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 67,404 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 56,264 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 48,716 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 40,260 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 33,555 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 26,949 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 21,753 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 13,376 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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DK53 HTX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DK53 HTX, 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 DK53 HTX registered?

DK53 HTX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is DK53 HTX safe to buy?

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