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SG03 BXL

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,061 mi
Last recorded119,061 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG03 BXL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 119,061 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 118,201 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine light on

Fail 10 May 2013 115,692 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 115,692 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 109,350 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 104,424 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 101,738 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 91,426 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

e.m. light indicating fault

track control light indicating fault

Fail 30 Jul 2009 91,425 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

e.m. light indicating fault

track control light indicating fault

steering rack has excessive play

Pass 20 Mar 2008 77,610 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 77,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

both front roadwheels are buckled.

Pass 24 Feb 2007 64,811 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 40,862 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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SG03 BXL is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SG03 BXL, 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 SG03 BXL registered?

SG03 BXL is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is SG03 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG03 BXL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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