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OV53 KTE

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

111,632 mi
Last recorded111,632 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 KTE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 111,632 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 105,021 miles

Oil leak ()

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 24 Oct 2016 95,588 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Oct 2016 95,588 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads appear to be wearing low - requires wheel removal to confirm (3.5.1g)

Slight binding of off side rear brake

engine coolant level low

Pass 8 Sep 2015 83,842 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 83,842 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 80,368 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 74,960 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 64,390 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 53,909 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 46,578 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 39,606 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 31,539 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 23,981 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 19,676 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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OV53 KTE is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OV53 KTE, 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 OV53 KTE registered?

OV53 KTE is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is OV53 KTE safe to buy?

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