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EK53 DLF

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

134,015 mi
Last recorded134,015 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 DLF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 134,015 miles

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

rear exhaust heatshield partially insecure

Fail 13 May 2019 134,015 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust heatshield partially insecure

Pass 27 Jun 2018 121,886 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe in to silencer corroded/wearing thin (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 121,886 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe in to silencer corroded/wearing thin (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 112,160 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 112,156 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 100,719 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2015 91,283 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 91,282 miles

Offside Inner Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 80,157 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 69,537 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 65,841 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 59,383 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 53,418 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009
Pass 9 Sep 2008 40,546 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 33,893 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 27,062 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 DLF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 EK53 DLF, 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 DLF registered?

EK53 DLF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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