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KX03 XBU

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

198,863 mi
Last recorded198,863 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 XBU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 198,863 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 190,643 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

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

slight oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2015 170,539 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 143,127 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 129,409 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 129,380 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 126,085 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 124,330 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 124,305 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 118,191 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2010 118,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 101,189 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 101,189 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 87,012 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 72,260 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 57,831 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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KX03 XBU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KX03 XBU, 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 KX03 XBU registered?

KX03 XBU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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