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KL53 FXV

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,023 mi
Last recorded132,023 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 FXV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 132,023 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 125,750 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 121,037 miles

both rear shock covers insecure

Fail 10 Mar 2018 121,037 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both rear shock covers insecure

Pass 23 Feb 2017 113,832 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 106,312 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2015 97,436 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 97,436 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 73,956 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 89,626 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 89,625 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 85,056 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 68,691 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 52,957 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 52,957 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2009 44,070 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s and n/s rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Aug 2009 44,070 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s and n/s rear tyres perished

Pass 22 May 2008 34,393 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 28,542 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 22,266 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 FXV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KL53 FXV, 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 KL53 FXV registered?

KL53 FXV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is KL53 FXV safe to buy?

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