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KN53 VBZ

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,104 mi
Last recorded114,104 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 VBZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 114,104 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 108,450 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 103,176 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 103,176 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 100,647 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Apr 2014 100,647 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Apr 2013 92,785 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 86,564 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 79,794 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 73,262 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 67,204 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 59,171 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 46,056 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 45,165 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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KN53 VBZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KN53 VBZ, 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 KN53 VBZ registered?

KN53 VBZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is KN53 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 VBZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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