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RK53 MKU

2003 Audi Cabriolet

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

77,444 mi
Last recorded77,444 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi Cabriolet71,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 MKU
MakeAudi
ModelCabriolet
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 77,444 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 76,670 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 73,356 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight leak of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 70,471 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 68,314 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 65,590 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 63,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 62,027 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 62,027 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 56,769 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 53,553 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 50,353 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 48,446 miles

both rear tyres 235/45/17 worn close to limit on inner edges

Pass 26 Sep 2012 45,869 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2011 43,260 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 41,133 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 38,770 miles

front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 13 Oct 2008 36,962 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2008 36,962 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 34,746 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 29,156 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Cabriolet?

Based on 87,077 MOT tests across 6,173 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
3,042
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
6,173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,990
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,986
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,545
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 2,368
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,307
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RK53 MKU is a 2003 Audi Cabriolet in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Audi Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 71,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,990 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK53 MKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Audi Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RK53 MKU?

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What year was RK53 MKU registered?

RK53 MKU is a 2003 Audi Cabriolet, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is RK53 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK53 MKU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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