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KL53 AYF

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

124,515 mi
Last recorded124,515 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 AYF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 124,515 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 124,515 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 112,954 miles

Front Exhaust mounts missing still secure

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear slightly pale (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 112,683 miles

Brake hose excessively chafed All hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounts missing still secure

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear slightly pale (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 106,365 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 97,246 miles

CENTRE SEATBELT CATCH WRONG SIDE OF POPPER ON BELT

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

nail in offside front tyre

Fail 16 Jul 2016 97,105 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) and chaffing on hub (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

CENTRE SEATBELT CATCH WRONG SIDE OF POPPER ON BELT

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

nail in offside front tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2015 89,381 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 82,327 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 74,787 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 74,787 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 75,003 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2012 70,669 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre are slightly cut on sidewall

Pass 20 Jun 2010 62,969 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 56,629 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 49,509 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 38,806 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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KL53 AYF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KL53 AYF, 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 KL53 AYF registered?

KL53 AYF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is KL53 AYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 AYF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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