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SM03 VYZ

2003 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,730 mi
Last recorded108,730 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 VYZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 108,730 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 100,714 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 98,146 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 93,561 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 89,313 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2021 89,313 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 85,639 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 80,148 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 80,148 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2018 79,011 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 79,011 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 77,878 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 76,748 miles

nearside front tyres start to crack

Pass 16 Feb 2015 75,655 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 74,640 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 72,964 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 72,964 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 68,458 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 65,022 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 59,975 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 54,106 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 48,420 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 41,531 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 34,607 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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SM03 VYZ is a 2003 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SM03 VYZ, 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 SM03 VYZ registered?

SM03 VYZ is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is SM03 VYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 VYZ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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