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LT53 KUO

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

104,665 mi
Last recorded104,665 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 KUO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 104,665 miles

both rear tyres very low inner edges

Pass 4 Mar 2015 87,781 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 87,781 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyres outer walls scuffed and damaged

both front wheels damaged on inner rims

offside door mirror glass cracked

Fail 23 Feb 2015 87,672 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine light

n/s/r tyre cracking on inner side wall

o/s/r tyre low

Pass 31 Jan 2014 74,356 miles

ns cv boot pin holed

Fail 29 Nov 2013 72,708 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre inner wall slight cuts and on limit n/s cv boot pin holed

Pass 31 Oct 2012 61,555 miles

srs warning light stays on

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 59,307 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 57,298 miles

Slight engine misfire

Fail 31 Jan 2011 57,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Slight engine misfire

Pass 4 Aug 2009 42,829 miles

engine covers fitted

n/s/r tyre getting low

o/s/f tyre on limit

o/s/r indicator turning white

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2008 31,911 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 25,456 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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LT53 KUO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LT53 KUO, 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 LT53 KUO?

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What year was LT53 KUO registered?

LT53 KUO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is LT53 KUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 KUO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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