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OU03 FXV

2003 Audi A3

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

108,135 mi
Last recorded108,135 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 FXV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 108,135 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 108,135 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 99,763 miles

Engine covers fitted

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2017 85,555 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 79,930 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 79,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2015 74,119 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 67,831 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 62,569 miles

near side rear tyre close to legal limit

off side rear tyre slight cracking in tread

Fail 2 Mar 2013 62,569 miles

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

near side rear tyre close to legal limit

off side rear tyre slight cracking in tread

Pass 3 Mar 2012 54,123 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 48,623 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 45,799 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 43,412 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 39,059 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 39,059 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 35,333 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 35,324 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 34,250 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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OU03 FXV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 OU03 FXV, 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 OU03 FXV registered?

OU03 FXV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is OU03 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU03 FXV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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