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PK53 DXT

2003 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

110,740 mi
Last recorded110,740 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 DXT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 110,740 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 107,078 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 103,902 miles

alternator belt squealing

both front head lights becoming opac

both rear shocker shrouds adrift

engine and under body covers fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2016 103,902 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear tyre perished low on tread and 2 nails

alternator belt squealing

both front head lights becoming opac

both rear shocker shrouds adrift

engine and under body covers fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2015 101,237 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 98,822 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 98,820 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 95,612 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 95,612 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 89,968 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 82,126 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 73,254 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 67,716 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 54,831 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 43,373 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 36,458 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 36,452 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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PK53 DXT is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PK53 DXT, 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.

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What year was PK53 DXT registered?

PK53 DXT is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is PK53 DXT safe to buy?

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