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OU03 TVN

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,248 mi
Last recorded165,248 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 TVN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2016 165,248 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Sep 2015 159,765 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted at time of test

items removed from drivers view

oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2014 146,100 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2013 132,888 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

brake pipes greased

Pass 28 Sep 2012 124,578 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 91,235 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 81,238 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 75,469 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 86,128 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 54,315 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 35,876 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 TVN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TVN, 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 TVN registered?

OU03 TVN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is OU03 TVN safe to buy?

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