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RE03 AUV

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

132,990 mi
Last recorded132,990 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE03 AUV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 132,990 miles

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

front tyres worn on inside edges

Fail 1 Feb 2016 132,976 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 6 Feb 2015 123,953 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

both front tyres wearing

Pass 6 Feb 2014 114,179 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 101,959 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 6 Feb 2012 90,693 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 76,917 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 62,470 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes perished

rear number plate in poor condition

slight oil leaks from gearbox

windscreen chipped

Pass 6 Feb 2009 53,181 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 44,440 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 37,854 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 30,549 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 30,549 miles

Nearside Rear 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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RE03 AUV is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RE03 AUV, 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 RE03 AUV registered?

RE03 AUV is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is RE03 AUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE03 AUV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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