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HJ03 VBU

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,623 mi
Last recorded54,623 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 VBU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2022 54,623 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 54,384 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 53,051 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 47,934 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 46,516 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 45,554 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 44,573 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 42,929 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs rusty on the in side

o/s front fog light not working

slight brake bind on o/s rear

tandum fuel pump slighty weeping

Pass 13 Feb 2014 41,555 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 39,939 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s front fog light not working

slight brake bind on o/s rear brake

Pass 16 Feb 2012 37,711 miles

offside front fog light not working

Pass 11 Mar 2011 35,595 miles

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)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 32,325 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 29,190 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 26,110 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 22,930 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 19,207 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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HJ03 VBU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HJ03 VBU, 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 HJ03 VBU registered?

HJ03 VBU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is HJ03 VBU safe to buy?

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