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KG03 JTZ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

165,662 mi
Last recorded165,662 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG03 JTZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 165,662 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 12 Apr 2018 165,589 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 153,918 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 147,220 miles

rear exhaust box casing corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2015 140,148 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 130,936 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 121,510 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 121,510 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 105,843 miles

rear brake discs in poor condition and have gone blue

slight brake bind to rear wheels

Fail 24 Mar 2012 105,778 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

both front tyres worn

o/s/f tyre has slight bulging

rear brake discs in poor condition and have gone blue

slight brake bind to rear wheels

Pass 25 Mar 2011 92,485 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake discs rusty

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight bind on n/s/r brake

Fail 25 Mar 2011 92,485 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake discs rusty

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight bind on n/s/r brake

Pass 27 Mar 2010 76,981 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 76,981 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear number plates becomning poor

Pass 14 Mar 2009 61,786 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 50,045 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 38,871 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 25,251 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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KG03 JTZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KG03 JTZ, 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 KG03 JTZ registered?

KG03 JTZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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