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OY03 FEP

2003 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests29 (18 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate62.1%

Mileage

187,180 mi
Last recorded187,180 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY03 FEP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 11 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 187,180 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 175,788 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2021 175,788 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 168,916 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2020 168,916 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 164,849 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 159,293 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 159,293 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 152,138 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 152,138 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 145,900 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 134,721 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 202,539 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s front outer sill slightly corroded

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 22 Oct 2014 202,539 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s front outer sill slightly corroded

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 4 Nov 2013 191,041 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear exhaust poor condition

Fail 4 Nov 2013 191,041 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

rear exhaust poor condition

Pass 31 Oct 2012 176,150 miles

exhaust corroding

large crack on lower windscreen not affecting view of road

Fail 31 Oct 2012 176,149 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

exhaust corroding

large crack on lower windscreen not affecting view of road

Pass 13 Oct 2011 154,130 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

wipers a bit smeary

Fail 13 Oct 2011 154,129 miles

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

wipers a bit smeary

Pass 20 Oct 2010 133,806 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres inner treads weartiong out of shape

Fail 19 Oct 2010 133,806 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres inner treads weartiong out of shape

Pass 5 Nov 2009 115,333 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 94,117 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 71,778 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 71,763 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 47,443 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 47,419 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 47,416 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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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OY03 FEP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.

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 OY03 FEP, 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 OY03 FEP registered?

OY03 FEP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is OY03 FEP safe to buy?

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