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RK03 XZB

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

168,398 mi
Last recorded168,398 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 XZB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 168,398 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 162,172 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 150,828 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn unevenly

Pass 6 Feb 2015 138,993 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 126,796 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 116,652 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

offside rear tyre worn irregularly in tread

Pass 6 Feb 2012 104,220 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 5 Feb 2011 91,082 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 77,400 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 64,914 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 63,389 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 63,389 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

both bfront tyres slight low

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Mar 2007

Oil leak

both front discs rusty

both rear discs lipped and rusty

Pass 24 May 2006 49,434 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 May 2006 49,434 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 XZB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XZB, 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 XZB registered?

RK03 XZB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is RK03 XZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK03 XZB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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