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AV03 FLM

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

223,701 mi
Last recorded223,701 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 FLM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 223,701 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Mar 2021 223,701 miles

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 214,760 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 196,259 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 196,259 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Fail 17 Mar 2019 196,181 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 169,951 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 135,050 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x 3 small chips (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 121,931 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 113,586 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 107,651 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

high travel on parking brake lever

Pass 23 Feb 2013 103,198 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2012 94,853 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 94,853 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 90,915 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 79,656 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 68,827 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 58,423 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 58,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 46,222 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 36,130 miles

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

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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AV03 FLM is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AV03 FLM, 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.

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What year was AV03 FLM registered?

AV03 FLM is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is AV03 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 FLM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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