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PF03 UVW

2003 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,426 mi
Last recorded135,426 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF03 UVW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 135,426 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 135,424 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

both front brake discs corroded

rear wiper blade split

Pass 11 Jun 2015 135,350 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 130,316 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 122,941 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 118,226 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 107,733 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 98,061 miles

rear discs [rusted with ssanding ]slight pitting

Fail 27 Jul 2010 98,060 miles

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

rear discs [rusted with ssanding ]slight pitting

Pass 26 Oct 2009 90,281 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Oct 2008 77,596 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 63,955 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 49,179 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 49,179 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 44,125 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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PF03 UVW is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PF03 UVW, 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 PF03 UVW registered?

PF03 UVW is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is PF03 UVW safe to buy?

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