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RK03 XYL

2003 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,924 mi
Last recorded107,924 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 107,924 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside rear spring appears to be weakened

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

Fail 6 Jul 2017 107,867 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside rear spring appears to be weakened

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 97,014 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 97,014 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 89,058 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 89,058 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 81,140 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 72,883 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 72,883 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 65,460 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 25 Mar 2011 59,288 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 48,780 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 43,756 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 38,081 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

front number plate worn

rear number plate worn

Pass 27 Mar 2007 30,285 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 22,275 miles

rear tyres worn

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 XYL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XYL, 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 XYL registered?

RK03 XYL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is RK03 XYL safe to buy?

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