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FG03 XSZ

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

149,905 mi
Last recorded149,905 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 XSZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 149,905 miles

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

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 19 Feb 2014 149,905 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 20 Feb 2013 138,149 miles

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

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

engine light on

Fail 20 Feb 2013 138,145 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

engine light on

Pass 16 Jan 2012 131,568 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag light on

Fail 4 Aug 2009 126,393 miles

E.M.L on...both front tyres wearing inner edges 225/45r17...corrosion rear discs

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 126,393 miles

E.M.L on...both front tyres wearing inner edges 225/45r17...corrosion rear discs

Pass 23 Jul 2008 122,091 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 116,306 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 98,203 miles

n/s/f fog lamp broken airbag warning lamp on o/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge o/s inner cv boot insecure

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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FG03 XSZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FG03 XSZ, 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 FG03 XSZ registered?

FG03 XSZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is FG03 XSZ safe to buy?

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