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EO03 XVG

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,193 mi
Last recorded142,193 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 XVG
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 142,193 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 142,193 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring insecure battery terminal (1.9.2a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 135,401 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 30 Aug 2016 135,401 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Sep 2015 127,050 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 114,927 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 109,021 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 102,854 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs worn

offside inner cv boot leaking

offside rear tyre distorted on inner edge

oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2010 95,167 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 89,012 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

both front inner constant velocity gaiters loosing grease

front and rear brake discs worn

gearbox oil leak

oil leak from turbo pipe

Pass 27 Jul 2009 73,583 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 59,446 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 May 2007 46,341 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 May 2007 46,341 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 36,913 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 XVG is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XVG, 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 XVG registered?

EO03 XVG is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 18 March 2003.

Is EO03 XVG safe to buy?

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