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SL03 TCK

2003 Audi A3

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,465 mi
Last recorded136,465 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 TCK
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 136,465 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 134,040 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 131,898 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 128,844 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 123,034 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 112,901 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 112,881 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 104,235 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 104,235 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 99,722 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 99,722 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 93,339 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 86,556 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)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 80,312 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 72,430 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 61,168 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 61,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 22 Jun 2007 50,830 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 39,149 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 36,689 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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SL03 TCK is a 2003 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SL03 TCK, 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 SL03 TCK registered?

SL03 TCK is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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