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DG03 MZP

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

178,967 mi
Last recorded178,967 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 MZP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 178,967 miles

Back box outer skin rusty

Both front brake discs arent correct size

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 168,820 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 155,294 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2015 154,421 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 153,951 miles

all four brake discs are slightly corroded to braking faces but not adversely affecting braking effort

Pass 13 Jun 2009 153,947 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 153,947 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 139,621 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 125,216 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 108,233 miles

Corrosion To Rear Discs.

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

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

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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DG03 MZP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DG03 MZP, 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 DG03 MZP registered?

DG03 MZP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is DG03 MZP safe to buy?

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