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RK53 NNB

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

178,893 mi
Last recorded178,893 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 NNB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 178,893 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2018 178,890 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 137,095 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 166,576 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edge

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 161,755 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 146,916 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/wiper poor condition.

Fail 28 Oct 2014 146,916 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/wiper poor condition.

Pass 15 Oct 2013 127,299 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 106,170 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

eingie runs uneven on low idle

Fail 4 Nov 2011 89,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 89,557 miles

Nearside Rear 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 1 Oct 2010 76,976 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 67,758 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 55,073 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 31,860 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 24,412 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 24,402 miles

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

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

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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RK53 NNB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue 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 RK53 NNB, 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 RK53 NNB registered?

RK53 NNB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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