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PK53 DXU

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

136,930 mi
Last recorded136,930 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 DXU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2015 136,930 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 121,084 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 112,250 miles

both front tyres wearing low-front and rear pads wearing low-front coil springs corroded-n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 4 Jan 2012 108,775 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Jan 2011 99,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 99,052 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 96,348 miles

Engine misfires

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 83,054 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 68,232 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 55,358 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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PK53 DXU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DXU, 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 PK53 DXU registered?

PK53 DXU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 December 2003.

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