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AM52 MHJ

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

242,509 mi
Last recorded242,509 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 MHJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 242,509 miles

195/65/R15/91H. OF 5 OR 5 NR 5 NF 4mm.

Fail 22 Mar 2016 242,509 miles

195/65/R15/91H. OF 5 OR 5 NR 5 NF 4mm.

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 235,151 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear silencer skin corroded

Fail 23 Mar 2015 235,110 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear silencer skin corroded

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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AM52 MHJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AM52 MHJ, 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 AM52 MHJ?

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What year was AM52 MHJ registered?

AM52 MHJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AM52 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 MHJ shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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