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SN03 JFB

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

110,156 mi
Last recorded110,156 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 JFB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2017 110,156 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 105,711 miles

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

slight knock from front suspension while driving however no defects found upon inspection

Fail 19 Sep 2016 105,567 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 2 Sep 2016 105,588 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Seat belt installation causes a three point belt lap section to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant (5.3.1u)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 96,072 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2015 96,072 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear 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 4 Aug 2014 81,413 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 68,126 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 68,112 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 57,950 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 57,950 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 53,834 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle restricting view

Pass 16 Sep 2010 49,948 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake disc on inner edge is quite corroded.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 45,194 miles

no plates have 3d effect but readable

rear no plate slightly insecure

Pass 3 Oct 2008 41,682 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 37,072 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 32,019 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 31,533 miles

both front tyres cracks on tread and wearing on inner edges

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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SN03 JFB is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,984cc 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 SN03 JFB, 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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SN03 JFB is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 15 August 2003.

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