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N70 BYN

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,045 mi
Last recorded163,045 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN70 BYN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 163,045 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 158,952 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 158,952 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen beam image not correct (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure upper bolt loose (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Beam image not correct (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached fixing bolts not long enough (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts ABS wiring (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2017 146,967 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 141,183 miles

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

Offside front brake binding on slightly

Pass 20 Jun 2013 136,556 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 124,314 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 112,342 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 105,864 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 105,640 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 105,511 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 5 May 2009 93,763 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 113,864 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 102,396 miles

osf tyre sidewall in poor condition

slight engine oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2006 82,203 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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N70 BYN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N70 BYN, 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 N70 BYN registered?

N70 BYN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is N70 BYN safe to buy?

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