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HV03 VKT

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

117,020 mi
Last recorded117,020 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 VKT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 117,020 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 114,356 miles

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

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 106,983 miles

Rear Exhaust rusted

Pass 5 Mar 2016 97,763 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 97,763 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 89,903 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 88,528 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 88,528 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 82,583 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 76,461 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 76,461 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 71,319 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 71,319 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 65,186 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 57,091 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 51,049 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 43,362 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 43,362 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2006 32,167 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Wipers smearing

Pass 3 Apr 2006 32,167 miles

Wipers smearing

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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HV03 VKT is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HV03 VKT, 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 HV03 VKT registered?

HV03 VKT is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is HV03 VKT safe to buy?

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