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2003 Audi A3 2.0L Petrol · WR53 KNO

WR53 KNO

2003 Audi A3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 21 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 81,281 miles. MOT expired on 04 Apr 2026.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2003 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 04 Apr 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
81,281 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 04 Apr 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1984cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle's MOT history shows a stable trend of passing tests over the last four years, though the most recent record indicates a failure on 2 April 2025. While the tester recorded no specific defects for that failure, the vehicle successfully passed a subsequent test on 3 April 2025. This sequence suggests a single, non-recurring issue was addressed immediately to meet roadworthiness standards. The recorded mileage of 81,281 miles is low for a 2003 model, averaging approximately 3,534 miles per year. The MOT data provided covers the period from April 2022 to April 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing frequency, and the mileage appears to accumulate at a consistent, low rate. This pattern of low annual usage can sometimes lead to issues with components that degrade through inactivity, such as seals or rubber bushes. Because the 2025 failure did not specify the exact mechanical cause, a physical inspection should focus on the areas most prone to wear on a vehicle of this age. A buyer should examine the suspension system for perished bushes or leaking dampers and check the brake discs and calipers for corrosion or binding. Given the low annual mileage, inspecting the underside for structural rust and checking the condition of various rubber hoses and seals is advisable to identify any degradation caused by long periods of standing. buying_score: 72 risk_level: Low.
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WR53 KNO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/04/2025
  • 81,281 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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WR53 KNO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Audi A3 (WR53 KNO) between April 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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WR53 KNO Mileage History

  1. 05/04/202262,222 mi
  2. 27/03/202366,983 mi+4,761 mi
  3. 25/03/202470,356 mi+3,373 mi
  4. 02/04/202581,281 mi+10,925 mi
  5. 03/04/202581,281 mi

Average of roughly 6,362 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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