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KD53 RFJ

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,501 mi
Last recorded127,501 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD53 RFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 127,501 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 124,876 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 122,506 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 119,735 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 117,659 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 115,618 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 113,926 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 112,541 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 108,238 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 108,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 105,233 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2017 105,233 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 102,239 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 98,762 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 95,738 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 93,198 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 86,495 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 77,982 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 77,722 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 23 Jan 2010 69,723 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 69,723 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 59,903 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 49,864 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 39,359 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 39,359 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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KD53 RFJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KD53 RFJ, 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 KD53 RFJ registered?

KD53 RFJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is KD53 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD53 RFJ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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