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SM53 NXK

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

119,935 mi
Last recorded119,935 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 NXK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2020 119,935 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 101,210 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 91,834 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 88,434 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 84,573 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 80,145 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 75,651 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 72,241 miles

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

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 3 Dec 2013 72,241 miles

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

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 20 Nov 2012 68,334 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2012 68,334 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 65,722 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 61,565 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 55,913 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 29 Sep 2009 55,911 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nail in offside front tyre

both rear tyres slightly perished

both front tyres heavily cracked and perishing in tread

Pass 31 Jul 2008 50,449 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 46,401 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 33,908 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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SM53 NXK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SM53 NXK, 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

How do I check the history of SM53 NXK?

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What year was SM53 NXK registered?

SM53 NXK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is SM53 NXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 NXK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM53 NXK have outstanding finance?

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