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RO03 LJK

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,970 mi
Last recorded145,970 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 LJK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 145,970 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jun 2014 145,968 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 132,896 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 May 2013 132,896 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 125,404 miles

Nearside registration light becoming insecure

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 120,465 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 120,453 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

grease residue at o/s outer cv joint area

various bodywork damage

various underbody covers fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2010 112,892 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 104,786 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 97,511 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 90,491 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 77,936 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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RO03 LJK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RO03 LJK, 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 RO03 LJK registered?

RO03 LJK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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