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DA03 AVR

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,745 mi
Last recorded164,745 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 AVR
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2019 164,745 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 145,676 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 133,807 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 123,700 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 114,974 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 106,993 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 99,759 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 91,367 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 80,806 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 73,064 miles

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

front brake discs slight pitting

Pass 7 Dec 2009 65,504 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 58,137 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 46,118 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 30,802 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 27,215 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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DA03 AVR is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DA03 AVR, 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 DA03 AVR registered?

DA03 AVR is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is DA03 AVR safe to buy?

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