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EK53 BSX

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,398 mi
Last recorded68,398 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 BSX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 68,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2026 68,387 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 67,564 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 66,125 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 65,259 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 65,259 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2022 64,255 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 64,255 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2021 63,091 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

front brake pads look thin

Pass 20 Jul 2020 62,115 miles

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

n/s/f brake hose perishing

Fail 20 Jul 2020 62,115 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

n/s/f brake hose perishing

Pass 23 Jul 2019 61,387 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 60,240 miles

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Jul 2017 58,845 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 57,504 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 53,526 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 52,699 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 47,669 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 45,226 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 38,821 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 31,433 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

o/s/r tyre (perishing/cracks/cuts)around the tyre

Fail 31 Aug 2010 31,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

o/s/r tyre (perishing/cracks/cuts)around the tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2009 22,122 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 17,344 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 17,344 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front tyre tread deteriorated (cracked)

Nearside rear tyre tread slightly deteriorated (cracked)

Offside rear tyre tread slightly deteriorated (cracked)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 13,925 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 13,825 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 11,106 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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EK53 BSX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 EK53 BSX, 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 EK53 BSX registered?

EK53 BSX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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