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KU53 ZCL

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,147 mi
Last recorded138,147 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 ZCL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 138,147 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 137,555 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 137,455 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NSF + OSF (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Coil spring corroded NSF + OSF (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Located on back of engine (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF + OSF (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 128,101 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 128,101 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 126,341 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 126,341 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 118,397 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 118,397 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2016 112,814 miles

Offside and nearside rear shock absorber upper dust covers insecure

Pass 23 Feb 2015 108,008 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 102,055 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 96,520 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 96,520 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 88,239 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 79,538 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 8 Sep 2009 69,834 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 69,834 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 59,866 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 48,878 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 37,995 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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KU53 ZCL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU53 ZCL, 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 KU53 ZCL registered?

KU53 ZCL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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