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EK53 URF

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

80,887 mi
Last recorded80,887 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 URF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 80,887 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 80,887 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 77,598 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 74,270 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 71,243 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 63,316 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2020 52,971 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 44,051 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 36,871 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 36,093 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 35,053 miles

Front windscreen wipers in poor condition

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 33,390 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 31,239 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 28,843 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 24,444 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 21,252 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 17,310 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 13,281 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 11,613 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 8,849 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 6,949 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 URF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 URF, 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 URF registered?

EK53 URF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is EK53 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 URF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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