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KL53 WHG

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,186 mi
Last recorded127,186 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 WHG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 127,186 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2025 127,180 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter housing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 114,156 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 102,031 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 99,624 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 83,056 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 82,391 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 81,097 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 78,418 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 75,701 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in treads

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 73,666 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 70,951 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Jul 2014 68,474 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 68,474 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 66,173 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 63,102 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 59,384 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 57,734 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 55,831 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 54,130 miles

front tyres treads getting low

Fail 16 Jul 2008 54,130 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres treads getting low

Pass 30 Jul 2007 51,878 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 50,541 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 50,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 WHG is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WHG, 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 WHG registered?

KL53 WHG is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KL53 WHG safe to buy?

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