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RY52 WJN

2003 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

191,069 mi
Last recorded191,069 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY52 WJN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 191,069 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 188,226 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 182,772 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 176,862 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 172,152 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 168,034 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 159,447 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 153,841 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 148,094 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 140,416 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 133,214 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 123,335 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 110,639 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 97,542 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 81,764 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 60,745 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 60,745 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 41,362 miles

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)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 27,646 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

sills covered by trims

Pass 23 Jan 2006 18,615 miles

all 4 tyres are worn to 3mm audi recomends replacement at between 2-3mm

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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RY52 WJN is a 2003 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 RY52 WJN, 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 RY52 WJN registered?

RY52 WJN is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 7 February 2003.

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