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SD03 JYP

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

103,159 mi
Last recorded103,159 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 JYP
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 103,159 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 103,157 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 100,581 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 94,881 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 94,881 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 93,204 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2015 93,204 miles

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 89,138 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Apr 2013 81,732 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 11 Apr 2012 75,224 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 67,568 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2010 61,223 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 54,151 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 45,391 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007
Fail 29 Mar 2007 39,415 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 34,393 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 34,390 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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SD03 JYP is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SD03 JYP, 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 SD03 JYP registered?

SD03 JYP is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is SD03 JYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD03 JYP shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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