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SP53 HKO

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,303 mi
Last recorded133,303 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 HKO
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2020 133,303 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

n/s/f tyre has cracks in side wall,not deep enough to expose cords

rear subframe corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2019 130,355 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 127,383 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 124,065 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

check engine lamp on

Pass 23 Sep 2016 119,786 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge( needs attention v soon)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 106,913 miles

front suspension arm bushes are slightly perished

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Sep 2014 94,332 miles

damage to rear bumper

Pass 27 Sep 2013 84,987 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate is cracked

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Sep 2012 74,910 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 64,128 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 55,095 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 39,375 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 36,666 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 31,313 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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SP53 HKO is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP53 HKO, 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 SP53 HKO registered?

SP53 HKO is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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