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RJ03 TLU

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

149,784 mi
Last recorded149,784 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 TLU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 149,784 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2015 144,753 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 108,929 miles

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

front brake discs worn very thin

rear brake discs worn thin and pitted

Fail 7 Apr 2010 108,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

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

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

front brake discs worn very thin

rear brake discs worn thin and pitted

Pass 16 Apr 2009 96,419 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 96,419 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 85,453 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 17 Apr 2007 73,521 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 59,803 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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RJ03 TLU is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 RJ03 TLU, 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 RJ03 TLU registered?

RJ03 TLU is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is RJ03 TLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ03 TLU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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