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RK53 OXL

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

195,580 mi
Last recorded195,580 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 OXL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 195,580 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 195,580 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 167,814 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 167,751 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 Oct 2014 149,130 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 149,130 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 133,600 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 122,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

air bag w/lamp on

Pass 30 Oct 2012 122,081 miles

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

air bag w/lamp on

Pass 15 Oct 2011 109,021 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 95,413 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 83,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 68,461 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 60,374 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 51,138 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 OXL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OXL, 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 OXL registered?

RK53 OXL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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