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RA03 NTM

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

166,792 mi
Last recorded166,792 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 NTM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 166,792 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 152,688 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 152,688 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 137,712 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 137,712 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 127,580 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 127,578 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 May 2014 114,719 miles

gearbox has serious oil leak

oil req top up

Fail 20 May 2014 114,719 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

gearbox has serious oil leak

oil req top up

Pass 15 Apr 2013 104,156 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2013 104,155 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 94,468 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012 94,468 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 82,021 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 82,021 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)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 67,360 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 65,110 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 59,726 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 54,613 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 48,410 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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RA03 NTM is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 RA03 NTM, 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 RA03 NTM registered?

RA03 NTM is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 August 2003.

Is RA03 NTM safe to buy?

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