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SB52 WDS

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

139,343 mi
Last recorded139,343 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB52 WDS
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2019 139,343 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 133,544 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front tyres deteriorating

both headlamps deteriorating

fuel cap seal perishing but not excessive

rear brake discs deteriorating

Fail 12 Sep 2018 133,544 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front tyres deteriorating

both headlamps deteriorating

fuel cap seal perishing but not excessive

rear brake discs deteriorating

Pass 4 Oct 2017 130,305 miles

both front tyres deteriorating

both rear brake discs overheated but not excessive caused by suspect brake pads sticking in carriers

Pass 6 Oct 2016 127,091 miles

Oil leak ()

engine light on

Fail 30 Sep 2016 127,073 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak ()

engine light on

Pass 24 Sep 2015 120,983 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 120,983 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 115,665 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 110,298 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 110,298 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 104,433 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 96,623 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 90,398 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

engine management light on

unable to check rear belts seats covered with boxes

Fail 9 Nov 2010 90,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

engine management light on

unable to check rear belts seats covered with boxes

Pass 26 Nov 2009 81,812 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 69,184 miles

advise judder from nearside front brake

Pass 13 Dec 2007 58,558 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 58,547 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 48,886 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.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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SB52 WDS is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SB52 WDS, 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.

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SB52 WDS is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 14 January 2003.

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