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SE03 OBJ

2003 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE03 OBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 147,945 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 140,471 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Dec 2013 132,270 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cracking to o/s/f tyre outer sidewall

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Dec 2012 116,214 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2012 116,214 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 98,608 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 82,234 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 82,234 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 63,604 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 47,632 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 22 Aug 2008 47,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 36,614 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)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 27,432 miles

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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SE03 OBJ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SE03 OBJ, 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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What year was SE03 OBJ registered?

SE03 OBJ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is SE03 OBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE03 OBJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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