CarVerify

Free Car Check

KY03 XUK

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,195 mi
Last recorded128,195 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 XUK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 128,195 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 15 Mar 2018 128,195 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Rear exhaust box corroded

Wheel stud(s) missing one per wheel x4 (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 117,634 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 111,233 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 103,737 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 99,868 miles

Airbag light was on then went off during test

Back box outer skin corroding

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 95,117 miles

Airbag light illuminated

Front numbeer plate cracked

Offside rear wheel slightly binding

Pass 14 Mar 2012 91,762 miles

air bag light on

ems light flashing

Fail 13 Mar 2012 91,762 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

air bag light on

ems light flashing

Pass 15 Mar 2011 86,265 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 82,067 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 May 2010 82,067 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 May 2009 70,144 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 59,249 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 48,261 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 40,220 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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
Full Audi A3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KY03 XUK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KY03 XUK, 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 KY03 XUK?

You can check the full history of KY03 XUK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KY03 XUK registered?

KY03 XUK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is KY03 XUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 XUK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KY03 XUK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KY03 XUK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.