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EX03 UMB

2003 Audi A3

Purple Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,819 mi
Last recorded147,819 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 UMB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 147,819 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2016 147,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 139,193 miles

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

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

rear brake pads appear very low

Pass 28 Oct 2014 133,619 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 124,779 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 113,853 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 113,853 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 96,272 miles

corrosion to rear brake discs

engine check light on

signs of grease around o/s/f inner cv gaitor

Pass 15 Oct 2010 85,043 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 80,582 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 60,992 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 60,992 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

crack in windscreen zone b, under 40mm

Pass 4 Apr 2007 52,036 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 39,453 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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EX03 UMB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Purple with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EX03 UMB, 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 EX03 UMB registered?

EX03 UMB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is EX03 UMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 UMB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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