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OY03 VXT

2003 Audi A3

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

142,826 mi
Last recorded142,826 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY03 VXT
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 142,826 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 142,826 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 140,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 140,639 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

EML on vehicle first use 28 mar 2003

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 139,749 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 138,404 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 135,778 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 133,909 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 129,575 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 121,999 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 121,999 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 113,887 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 106,782 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 95,930 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 95,930 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 87,148 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 87,148 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 79,115 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Mar 2010 79,115 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2009 69,496 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 59,030 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 42,769 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 32,361 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2006 32,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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 VXT is a 2003 Audi A3 in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 VXT, 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 OY03 VXT registered?

OY03 VXT is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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