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NL53 PKV

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,646 mi
Last recorded111,646 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL53 PKV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 111,646 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

coolant level low

undertray insecure

undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Nov 2016 111,646 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

coolant level low

undertray insecure

undertrays fitted

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 100,923 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 100,923 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 99,503 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 83,115 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 72,785 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 67,446 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 60,858 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 53,548 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 45,904 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 45,904 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2008 40,335 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 33,881 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 25,540 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 25,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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NL53 PKV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol 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 NL53 PKV, 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 NL53 PKV registered?

NL53 PKV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is NL53 PKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL53 PKV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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