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J40 SMB

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

41,396 mi
Last recorded41,396 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 SMB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 41,396 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 41,128 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 40,514 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 39,634 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 38,597 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 37,479 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 35,192 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 35,189 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 15 May 2013 33,206 miles

Exhaust back box, rear hanger is corroded/weakened

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 30,628 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2011 28,679 miles

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

front discs corroded

Pass 18 May 2010 26,911 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 25,229 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Handbrake cables sticking

Pass 20 May 2008 22,801 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 22,801 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2007 19,723 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 17,879 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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J40 SMB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J40 SMB, 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 J40 SMB registered?

J40 SMB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is J40 SMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 SMB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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