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KU03 MVE

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

112,041 mi
Last recorded112,041 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 MVE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 112,041 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 112,041 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 110,916 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated ns (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 110,319 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 109,908 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2022 109,384 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 108,219 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 106,939 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 106,936 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 104,886 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 102,880 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 100,881 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 98,734 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 95,173 miles

Part of high viz brake light not working

Pass 24 Mar 2014 90,780 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 84,001 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 75,580 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 66,107 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 57,980 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 50,271 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 44,055 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 37,446 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 30,355 miles

front tyre tread wearing on edges

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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KU03 MVE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 KU03 MVE, 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

How do I check the history of KU03 MVE?

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What year was KU03 MVE registered?

KU03 MVE is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is KU03 MVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 MVE shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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