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OW03 EBX

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

98,880 mi
Last recorded98,880 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 EBX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 98,880 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 96,065 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2017 96,065 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 91,485 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 91,485 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 89,168 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 87,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2013 81,751 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 77,163 miles

drivers door handle broken

Fail 10 Aug 2012 77,610 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

drivers door handle broken

Pass 13 Aug 2011 70,311 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 64,093 miles

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

front driver door handle outer cover broken

Fail 18 Aug 2010 64,083 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

front driver door handle outer cover broken

Pass 6 Aug 2009 57,068 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 57,055 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 51,770 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 47,014 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 43,644 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)

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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OW03 EBX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 OW03 EBX, 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.

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What year was OW03 EBX registered?

OW03 EBX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is OW03 EBX safe to buy?

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