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DE03 XHM

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

122,105 mi
Last recorded122,105 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 XHM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 122,105 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 103,704 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 103,704 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 90,989 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 90,989 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 76,390 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 67,760 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 67,760 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 62,679 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Apr 2012 60,638 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 58,441 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 58,441 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 55,539 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 51,436 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 48,742 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

Pass 4 Jun 2007 43,004 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 42,998 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 33,955 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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DE03 XHM is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DE03 XHM, 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 DE03 XHM registered?

DE03 XHM is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is DE03 XHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 XHM shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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