MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
177,397 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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surface corrosion to front and rear subframes
Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Coolant leak ()
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Coolant leak ()
Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Coolant leak ()
Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
E.M.L. AND SERVICE WARNING LIGHTS ARE ON ?
Nearside Front coil spring broken AT THE BOTTOM (2.4.C.1a)
E.M.L. AND SERVICE WARNING LIGHTS ARE ON ?
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect A GLB-499 BULB WAS FITTED (1.8.A.1b)
ENGINE MANAGEMENT WARNING LAMP IS ON ?
SERVICE WARNING LAMP ON ?
ENGINE MANAGEMENT WARNING LAMP IS ON ?
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
SERVICE WARNING LAMP ON ?
E.M.L. WARNING LAMP ON ?
LOWER COOLANT HOSE WAS INSECURE .
SERVICE WARNING LAMP ON ?
Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
E.M.L. WARNING LAMP ON ?
LOWER COOLANT HOSE WAS INSECURE .
SERVICE WARNING LAMP ON ?
SERVICE LAMP ON ?
rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
SERVICE LAMP ON ?
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
eml light on
n/s/f brake pad wear indicator wire disconeccted and hanging down
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
small cut in nearside front tyre.
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
How Reliable is the Audi A3?
Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KD53 ZLX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 ZLX, 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.
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What year was KD53 ZLX registered?
KD53 ZLX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 22 November 2003.
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