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EO03 FPP

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

98,354 mi
Last recorded98,354 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 FPP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 98,354 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2022 98,354 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 90,427 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

brake pedal has long travel

Pass 18 Jul 2019 77,207 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 77,145 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 77,145 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2018 73,169 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 73,140 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 69,986 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Feb 2016 67,723 miles

Front Wipers worn, still clearing screen.

Fail 11 Feb 2016 67,723 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front Wipers worn, still clearing screen.

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs heat damaged. (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 63,416 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 60,299 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 60,265 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 55,795 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 55,795 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 52,028 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 47,397 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 47,397 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 43,552 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 39,164 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 37,039 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 35,442 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 30,072 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 25,395 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 25,385 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 FPP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FPP, 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 FPP registered?

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

Is EO03 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO03 FPP shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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