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FG03 XVN

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

130,443 mi
Last recorded130,443 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 XVN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 130,443 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 128,417 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 125,700 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 125,658 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 125,650 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Central Rear Statutory seat belt missing buckle missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing buckle (5.1.1)

all metal brake pipes have been greased preventing full inspection

Pass 26 Apr 2016 114,737 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 114,721 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 101,300 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 97,627 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 88,693 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 81,130 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 79,255 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 71,193 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 64,682 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 64,682 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 61,438 miles

brake fluid over subframe and master cylinder

Pass 20 Mar 2008 54,110 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 42,520 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 24,361 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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FG03 XVN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FG03 XVN, 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 XVN registered?

FG03 XVN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is FG03 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 XVN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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