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RK03 XXZ

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,504 mi
Last recorded141,504 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 XXZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 141,504 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 139,548 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 136,679 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 134,262 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 129,114 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 124,751 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 118,023 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear lamp lens slightly dark/deteriorated

Pass 23 Feb 2019 110,748 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 110,748 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 98,788 miles

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

Nearside Front headlamp aim in poor condition

eml on

Pass 24 Feb 2017 91,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 79,820 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 69,380 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 58,289 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 55,703 miles

Both rear wheels have their rims damaged

Offside front wheel inner rim is damaged

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2013 55,696 miles

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Both rear wheels have their rims damaged

Offside front wheel inner rim is damaged

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 49,557 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 44,380 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 40,183 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 35,081 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 28,767 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 28,767 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 23,720 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 16,582 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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RK03 XXZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RK03 XXZ, 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 RK03 XXZ registered?

RK03 XXZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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