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KX53 VWC

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,616 mi
Last recorded159,616 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 VWC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2015 159,616 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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 28 Apr 2015 159,616 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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 17 Jan 2014 154,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 22 Jan 2013 140,024 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 127,665 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 104,754 miles

front and rear brakes poor

nearside drive shaft gaitor poor

Pass 21 Dec 2009 80,322 miles

N/S/R SEAT BELT RETRACTING MECHANISM STICKING

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 21 Dec 2009 80,322 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

N/S/R SEAT BELT RETRACTING MECHANISM STICKING

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 63,549 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2007 50,767 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

full chassis and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2006 34,380 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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KX53 VWC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KX53 VWC, 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 KX53 VWC registered?

KX53 VWC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is KX53 VWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX53 VWC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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