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OV53 KVT

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

106,354 mi
Last recorded106,354 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 KVT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 106,354 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 94,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jan 2021 94,442 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 87,570 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 80,918 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 80,918 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 74,623 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2017 74,623 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 68,605 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 61,780 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 56,666 miles

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)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 50,518 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 42,866 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 37,074 miles

nsr/osr tyres cracked

osf/nsf wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Jul 2010 35,311 miles

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)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 32,865 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 30,095 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 26,605 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 2,318 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 KVT is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 KVT, 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 KVT registered?

OV53 KVT is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is OV53 KVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 KVT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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