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NC03 HWX

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

111,566 mi
Last recorded111,566 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC03 HWX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 111,566 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 107,237 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 107,233 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush insecure (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush insecure (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 103,838 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 102,570 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 99,854 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 95,703 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 95,701 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 93,495 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 89,695 miles

drivers seat has slight play in upright postion

Fail 28 Mar 2017 89,695 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

drivers seat has slight play in upright postion

Pass 7 Apr 2016 83,617 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 77,882 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 71,104 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 63,562 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2013 63,562 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 56,599 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2012 56,599 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 49,890 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 43,007 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 37,651 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 32,499 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 32,499 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 27,223 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 20,602 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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NC03 HWX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 NC03 HWX, 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 NC03 HWX registered?

NC03 HWX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is NC03 HWX safe to buy?

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