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EO03 EFS

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

262,591 mi
Last recorded262,591 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 EFS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 262,591 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower wing corroded with tape on it

Pass 3 Dec 2024 254,415 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 251,167 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 247,261 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 242,605 miles

covers and trims preventing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 23 Sep 2020 238,990 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

covers and trims preventing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 19 Sep 2019 234,187 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 230,629 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 227,284 miles

under shields preventing full inspection

Pass 19 May 2016 220,655 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 211,086 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs becoming corroded

slight play in nearside rear anti roll bar link

Pass 29 Apr 2014 198,318 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2014 198,276 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 183,691 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 168,985 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 159,887 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 159,887 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 148,811 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 126,513 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 103,167 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 71,609 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 64,017 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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EO03 EFS is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EO03 EFS, 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 EO03 EFS registered?

EO03 EFS is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is EO03 EFS safe to buy?

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