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MK03 RCU

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,742 mi
Last recorded171,742 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 RCU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 171,742 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr/osr (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 171,742 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr/osr (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 152,865 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 152,865 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 139,999 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 139,999 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 123,700 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 110,812 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2011 92,966 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 76,575 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 61,413 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 47,700 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 47,663 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 45,038 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 41,609 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 41,572 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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MK03 RCU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MK03 RCU, 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 MK03 RCU registered?

MK03 RCU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is MK03 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK03 RCU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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