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FX03 RYV

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

186,946 mi
Last recorded186,946 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 RYV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 186,946 miles

n.s. front shocker weak / rear shocker covers loose

Pass 7 Jan 2019 173,905 miles

Nearside Front track rod end rubber gaiter split but still preventing ingress of dirt

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

exhaust centre/front metal hanging bracket broken

exhaust rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 8 Jan 2018 153,604 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 136,629 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front sill heavily corroded

Fail 9 Jan 2017 136,629 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (7.1.2)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front sill heavily corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2016 121,652 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 121,651 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 116,580 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 116,580 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 94,196 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 15 Mar 2012 86,250 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 17 Mar 2011 79,119 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 74,003 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 73,203 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 64,873 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 54,193 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 46,022 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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FX03 RYV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FX03 RYV, 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 FX03 RYV registered?

FX03 RYV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is FX03 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 RYV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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