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KU03 MVK

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

168,495 mi
Last recorded168,495 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 MVK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2019 168,495 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 168,495 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 155,753 miles

Advise both sides front lower wishbone rear bushes starting to split

Advise headlamp aim pattern poor

Fail 27 Oct 2018 153,952 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 140,420 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 140,211 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2016 125,128 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides pipes to brake hoses leading to calipers (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both sides ()

both front tyres inner walls split cords not exposed

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2015 110,809 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 101,956 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 89,518 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 89,518 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 76,614 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 73,159 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 70,407 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 67,630 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 63,304 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 56,811 miles

4 hub caps fitted chips in front screen n/s front wheel buckled o/s front tyre req soon

Fail 28 Jun 2007 56,811 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f) DANGEROUS

4 hub caps fitted chips in front screen n/s front wheel buckled o/s front tyre req soon

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 42,970 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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KU03 MVK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KU03 MVK, 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 MVK?

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What year was KU03 MVK registered?

KU03 MVK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 March 2003.

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