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FV53 HKX

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,815 mi
Last recorded70,815 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 HKX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 70,815 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 62,052 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 58,211 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 58,211 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 53,680 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 44,322 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 44,322 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 39,444 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 35,160 miles

Nearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 35,160 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 28,137 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 19,045 miles

O/S inner driveshaft boot split

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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FV53 HKX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FV53 HKX, 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 FV53 HKX registered?

FV53 HKX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is FV53 HKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 HKX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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