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EJ52 ZMU

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

73,064 mi
Last recorded73,064 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 ZMU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 73,064 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 69,839 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 63,223 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 53,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 39,882 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 39,882 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 31,478 miles

Offside Front outer sill damaged

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 30,861 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 30,464 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 29,408 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 28,757 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 27,991 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 26,589 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 25,352 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 24,421 miles

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

front wipers smearing

Pass 12 Nov 2010 23,222 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 21,559 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 19,778 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 17,673 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 15,367 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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EJ52 ZMU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EJ52 ZMU, 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 EJ52 ZMU registered?

EJ52 ZMU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is EJ52 ZMU safe to buy?

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