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AF53 ZKC

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,029 mi
Last recorded145,029 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 ZKC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 145,029 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 132,516 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 116,985 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 116,985 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 107,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Aug 2012 107,231 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2011 94,901 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 94,901 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 89,633 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 82,175 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2009 82,175 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 71,588 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 65,588 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 65,583 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 59,279 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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AF53 ZKC is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF53 ZKC, 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 AF53 ZKC registered?

AF53 ZKC is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is AF53 ZKC safe to buy?

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