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OU03 RFK

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

140,787 mi
Last recorded140,787 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 RFK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 140,787 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 130,017 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 119,036 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 109,058 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 109,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 103,110 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 103,110 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 95,754 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 95,754 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 90,575 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 90,575 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 81,814 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 81,719 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 70,447 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 56,697 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 46,087 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 46,080 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 29,938 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 29,934 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

osf tyre badly worn on inner edge

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 RFK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 OU03 RFK, 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 RFK registered?

OU03 RFK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is OU03 RFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU03 RFK shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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