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OE03 JFX

2003 Audi A3

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

140,015 mi
Last recorded140,015 miles
Recorded on30 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 JFX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2016 140,015 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres worn on inside edge

Fail 26 May 2016 140,005 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 26 May 2015 117,519 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 26 May 2015 117,518 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 May 2014 94,658 miles

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

engine management light on

nearside rear bumber protruding

unable to fully assess brake pipes as coated in grease

Pass 25 Jul 2013 85,809 miles

unable to fully assess brake pipes as covered in grease

Fail 25 Jul 2013 85,807 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

unable to fully assess brake pipes as covered in grease

Pass 25 Jul 2012 79,508 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 73,214 miles

rear tyres are perished not exposing cord ply

Fail 21 Jul 2011 73,214 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

rear tyres are perished not exposing cord ply

Pass 16 Jun 2010 64,707 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 64,616 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 57,639 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 51,197 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 43,340 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 33,529 miles

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

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

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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OE03 JFX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OE03 JFX, 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 OE03 JFX registered?

OE03 JFX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is OE03 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 JFX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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