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DK03 DHU

2003 Audi A3

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,976 mi
Last recorded127,976 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 DHU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2016 127,976 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 121,985 miles

Oil leak

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 118,316 miles

engine management light showing

Pass 1 Mar 2013 111,588 miles

ESP/Traction control light showing.

engine management light showing

oil sensor light showing

Pass 28 Feb 2012 105,709 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2011 100,014 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 93,522 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

engine management warning light is on....

Pass 6 Mar 2009 80,833 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 80,833 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine management light on

oil level very high before test

oil pressure/level sensor light on

rear wiper blade incomplete

there is also damage to the offside front sill and to the nearside front and rear sills

Pass 7 Mar 2008 69,458 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 69,458 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light on

oil warning light flashing intermitently(oil level is ok)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 55,143 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 42,423 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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DK03 DHU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DK03 DHU, 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 DK03 DHU registered?

DK03 DHU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is DK03 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 DHU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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