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OV53 KXF

2003 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,165 mi
Last recorded125,165 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2019 125,165 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

covers prevent full inspection of some components

oil level light on

Pass 14 Dec 2017 117,830 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 106,985 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 100,389 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 91,719 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 82,576 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 70,955 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 62,131 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 62,131 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs worn and heavily corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2010 52,114 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 42,518 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 42,464 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 30,336 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 28,930 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 21,041 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 KXF is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KXF, 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 KXF registered?

OV53 KXF is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is OV53 KXF safe to buy?

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